Vintage photograph of One-Eyed Dixie, a Modoc Indian prisoner, seated and wearing patterned clothing and a fringed shawl.
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This is a vintage photograph of a Native American man, identified as 'One-Eyed Dixie' in the text below the image. He is seated and facing forward, with a serious expression. He has long dark hair and appears to be wearing a light-colored shirt or tunic with intricate patterned designs. Around his shoulders is a fringed shawl or blanket. The photograph is sepia-toned and appears to be a carte de visite, a small photograph mounted on a card. The card has text at the top and bottom. The top text reads: 'Entered according to Act of Congress in the year 1873 by J. Heller in the office of the Librarian of Congress, Washington.' The bottom text includes a certification that the photographs of Modoc Indians were taken by L. Heller while they were prisoners under the charge of Capt. C.B. Throcmorton, 4th U.S. Artillery, and is signed by Gen. Jeff. C. Davis, U.S.A. The photograph was published by Watkins, Yosemite Art Gallery, 22 & 26 Montgomery St., opp. Lick House.


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