Animal Carvings from Mounds of the Mississippi Valley Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-81, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 117-166 By: Henry W. (Henry Wetherbee) Henshaw (1850-1930)
In this detailed and informative report, Henry W. Henshaw provides a comprehensive study of animal carvings found in the mounds of the Mississippi Valley. The report is well-researched and includes detailed descriptions of the carvings, their significance, and their possible cultural and religious meanings. Henshaw's writing is clear and engaging, making it easy for readers to follow along and understand the complex subject matter. The inclusion of illustrations and photographs further enhances the reader's understanding of the carvings and the context in which they were found. Overall, this report is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and archaeology of the Mississippi Valley. Henshaw's expertise and meticulous research shine through in this work, and it is a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts alike. First Page: SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION BUREAU OF ETHNOLOGY. ANIMAL CARVINGS FROM MOUNDS OF THE MISSISSIPPI VALLEY. BY HENRY W. HENSHAW. CONTENTS. Introductory 123 Manatee 125 Toucan 135 Paroquet 139 Knowledge of tropical animals by Mound Builders 142 Other errors of identification 144 Skill in sculpture of the Mound Builders 148 Generalization not designed 149 Probable totemic origin 150 Animal mounds 152 The "Elephant" mound 152 The "Alligator" mound 158 Human sculptures 160 Indian and mound builders' art compared 164 General conclusions 166 ILLUSTRATIONS. Fig. 4. Otter from Squier and Davis 128 5. Otter from Squier and Davis 128 6. Otter from Rau. Manatee from Stevens 129 7. Manatee from Stevens 129 8. Lamantin or Sea Cow from Squier and Davis 130 9. Lamantin or Sea Cow from Squier 130 10... Continue reading book >>

Animal Carvings from Mounds of the Mississippi Valley Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-81, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 117-166 By: Henry W. (Henry Wetherbee) Henshaw (1850-1930)

In this detailed and informative report, Henry W. Henshaw provides a comprehensive study of animal carvings found in the mounds of the Mississippi Valley. The report is well-researched and includes detailed descriptions of the carvings, their significance, and their possible cultural and religious meanings.

Henshaw's writing is clear and engaging, making it easy for readers to follow along and understand the complex subject matter. The inclusion of illustrations and photographs further enhances the reader's understanding of the carvings and the context in which they were found.

Overall, this report is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and archaeology of the Mississippi Valley. Henshaw's expertise and meticulous research shine through in this work, and it is a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts alike.

First Page:

SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION BUREAU OF ETHNOLOGY.

ANIMAL CARVINGS

FROM

MOUNDS OF THE MISSISSIPPI VALLEY.

HENRY W. HENSHAW.

CONTENTS.

Introductory 123 Manatee 125 Toucan 135 Paroquet 139 Knowledge of tropical animals by Mound Builders 142 Other errors of identification 144 Skill in sculpture of the Mound Builders 148 Generalization not designed 149 Probable totemic origin 150 Animal mounds 152 The "Elephant" mound 152 The "Alligator" mound 158 Human sculptures 160 Indian and mound builders' art compared 164 General conclusions 166

ILLUSTRATIONS.

Fig. 4. Otter from Squier and Davis 128 5. Otter from Squier and Davis 128 6. Otter from Rau. Manatee from Stevens 129 7. Manatee from Stevens 129 8. Lamantin or Sea Cow from Squier and Davis 130 9. Lamantin or Sea Cow from Squier 130 10... Continue reading book >>

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Illustration Of The Method Of Recording Indian Languages From the First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology, Smithsonian Institution	A Study of Pueblo Pottery as Illustrative of Zuñi Culture Growth. Fourth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1882-83, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1886, pages 467-522	Navajo Silversmiths Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-1881, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 167-178
Indian Linguistic Families Of America, North Of Mexico Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 1-142	Casa Grande Ruin Thirteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1891-92, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1896, pages 289-318	The Repair Of Casa Grande Ruin, Arizona, in 1891 Fifteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1893-94, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1897, pages 315-348
Throwing-sticks in the National Museum Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1883-'84, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1890, pages 279-289	Navajo weavers Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology	Animal Carvings from Mounds of the Mississippi Valley Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-81, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 117-166
Navaho Houses, pages 469-518 Seventeenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1895-1896, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1898	Illustrated Catalogue of the Collections Obtained from the Indians of New Mexico in 1880Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology	Illustrated Catalogue Of The Collections Obtained From The Indians Of New Mexico And Arizona In 1879Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology
On the Evolution of Language First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 1-16	The Seminole Indians of Florida Fifth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1883-84, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1887, pages 469-532	The Mide'wiwin or "Grand Medicine Society" of the Ojibwa Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 143-300
Illustrated Catalogue of the Collections Obtained from the Pueblos of Zuñi, New Mexico, and Wolpi, Arizona, in 1881Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology	The Cliff Ruins of Canyon de Chelly, Arizona Sixteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1894-95, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1897, pages 73-198	Aids to the Study of the Maya Codices Sixth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1884-85, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1888, pages 253-372
A Study of Pueblo Architecture: Tusayan and Cibola Eighth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1886-1887, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 3-228	Form and Ornament in Ceramic Art	Aboriginal Remains in Verde Valley, Arizona Thirteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1891-92, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1896, pages 179-262
Zuñi Fetiches Second Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1880-1881, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1883, pages 3-45	Notes on Certain Maya and Mexican Manuscripts Third Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1881-82, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1884, pages 3-66	Eighth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1886-1887, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891
The Mountain Chant, A Navajo Ceremony Fifth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1883-84, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1887, pages 379-468	Sketch of the Mythology of the North American Indians First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 17-56	Studies in Central American Picture-Writing First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1879-80, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1881, pages 205-245
The Sacred Formulas of the Cherokees Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891, pages 301-398	Seventh Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1885-1886, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1891	Ancient art of the province of Chiriqui, Colombia Sixth Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, 1884-1885, Government Printing Office, Washington, 1888, pages 3-188
First Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution 1879-1880, Government Printing Office 1881

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