Lakota Fancy Dancer #1
Artist
David Michael Kennedy
(American; born Nassau, New York, born 1950)
DateNegative 1991, print 2000
MediumPlatinum/palladium print
DimensionsImage: 16 3/4 × 16 5/8 in. (42.5 × 42.2 cm)
Support: 21 3/4 × 22 in. (55.2 × 55.9 cm)
Mat: 27 × 26 in. (68.6 × 66 cm)
Support: 21 3/4 × 22 in. (55.2 × 55.9 cm)
Mat: 27 × 26 in. (68.6 × 66 cm)
ClassificationsPhotograph
Credit LineGift of Don Moritz, 2022
Object number2022.13.16
DescriptionNearly square sheet with monochromatic blurred image of Lakota dancer in motion, wearing fancy dress. Appearance of two fans of feathers at left.eMuseum Notes
In the fancy dance category, Native dancers are invited to show off their dance and costuming skills in a non-ceremonial context. Many pow-wows – festive gatherings to honor community and celebrative Native culture -- feature these competitions, which tend to be energetic and colorful and represent a great deal of preparation.
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David Michael Kennedy
Negatives 1991, prints 1996, issued as portfolio 1996
