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Pueblo water-carrier
Pueblo water-carriers from New Mexico, here showing a man carrying two ceramic pots with the help of a strap handle
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of traditional Pueblo water-carrying in the northern regions of New Mexico, USA. The image showcases a Puebloan man skillfully balancing two large, handcrafted ceramic pots on his back, using the strap handles for support. The pots, adorned with intricate geometric designs and earthy hues, are a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the Pueblo people. The Puebloans, also known as the Puebloans Indians or Anasazi, are a Native American civilization that thrived in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico from approximately 1150 to 1600 AD. Known for their architectural ingenuity, the Puebloans built multi-storied communal dwellings called pueblos, which are still inhabited by some Native American communities today. Water was a precious resource in the arid Southwest, and the Puebloans developed innovative methods to collect and transport it. Water carriers played a crucial role in ensuring the survival of their communities by transporting water from nearby sources to their homes and farms. The use of ceramic pots with strap handles allowed the carriers to transport large quantities of water over long distances with relative ease. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the Pueblo people, who continue to preserve their rich cultural heritage in the face of modernity and change. The intricate pottery designs and traditional water-carrying methods depicted in the image are a testament to the enduring legacy of the Puebloan civilization.
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