Summary
- Collection ID:
- NAA.PhotoLot.88-1
- Creators:
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Amiotte, Arthur (photographer and artist)
- Dates:
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circa 1963-1986
- Languages:
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- Physical Description:
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- Repository:
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Scope and Contents note
Scope and Contents note
Photographs depicting Arthur Amiotte's artwork, including stitchery and quilts, clothing and mocassins, wall hangings, and paintings. The collection also includes some images of exhibits of Amiotte's work, a powwow, and scenic views of the Great Plains area.
Biographical/Historical note
Biographical/Historical note
Born in 1942 and raised on the Pine Ridge Reservation, Arthur Amiotte is an Oglala painter, collage and fiber artist, lecturer, and author. Influenced by native artist Oscar Howe, Amiotte's art is based on Oglala tradition and culture.
Administration
Existence and Location of Originals note
Originals retained by Arthur Amiotte.
Local Call Number(s)
Local Call Number(s)
NAA Photo Lot 88-1
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NAA ACC 89-13
Reproduction Note
Reproduction Note
Copy slides made by Smithsonian Institution, 1987.
Using the Collection
Conditions Governing Access note
The collection is open for research.
Access to the collection requires an appointment.
Conditions Governing Use note
Contact the repository for terms of use.
Preferred Citation note
Photo Lot 88-1, Arthur Amiotte photographs of his art, National Anthropological Archives, Smithsonian Institution
Location of Other Archival Materials
Location of Other Archival Materials
Artwork by Amiotte can be found in the National Anthropological Archives in American Indian Social and Political memorabilia.
Location of Other Archival Materials
The Archives of American Art holds audio recording of an oral history interview with Amiotte.
Custodial History note
Custodial History note
Originals loaned by Arthur Amiotte for copying, 1987.
Keywords
National Anthropological Archives
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