Welcome to the Old Picture internet site, featuring an extensive collection of historical photographs. This collection includes images from the years 1850 to 1940. These photographs span the globe, and present a unique view of our past. Join us in developing a love and appreciation for vintage photographs.
Indian Chest Piercing Sun Dance Ritual
Here is an original photograph of an Indian Ceremony in which a man is suspended by leather straps attached to sticks in his chest. It was created in 1908 by Edward S. Curtis. The photograph illustrates a Crow man, leaning back slightly, with strips of leather attached to his chest by sticks pierced through his breast. He is tethered to a pole that is secured by rocks. This is all part of the piercing ritual of the sun dance.
Captain Cuninghame, 42nd Royal Highland Regiment in Uniform
Here is an exciting picture of Captain Cuninghame, 42nd Regiment in Crimean War. It was taken between 1855 and 1865 by Fenton, Roger, 1819-1869. The illustration illustrates Captain Cuninghame, 42nd Royal Highland Regiment, full-length portrait, wearing uniform, standing, facing front, in front of a bell tent.
Distinguished Moorish women, Algiers
You are viewing a rare image of Distinguished Moorish women, Algiers, Algeria. This color photochrome print was taken in 1899 in Algiers.
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