Lot 584
American Indian Language Families. Map of Linguistic Stocks of American Indians chiefly within the present limits of the United States. From Annual Report of Bureau of Ethnology, Vol. 7. Published in Washington DC, circa 1892. Cartographer: J.W. Powell. Color lithograph. Sheet Size: 19 x 22". Image size: 17½ x 20¼". Folds with minor separation at edges, one major chip at left margin, toning and paper loss at folds and top and bottom edges. Good to very good condition.
While there is some damage to the margins and outer edges of this map, it remains a valuable reminder of America's past. Outlining the various core languages of Native Americans, it becomes clear that the popular homoginized image (held then and, to some extent, now) of "the Indian" is utterly false. By the late 19th century, it was clear to ethnographers and other concerned scientists that the continued survival of the various American Indian societies was in doubt and recording customs, language and history was of the utmost importance -- this map would have been a valuable tool.
Estimated Value $125 - 150.
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