#caddo

[baebeylik]

Batah Kuhuh Bit: Alligator Gar 2, The Resilience of the River People by Chase Kahwinhut Earles. Caddo culture. American, 2023.

Dallas Museum of Art.

[fishtank-thinktank]

Looking up information about the Caddo confederacy, and all of the nations and tribes that were underneath it and the only thing it brings up is fucking Caddo lake. Not even the actual lake, which let me remind you plays a pretty big role in some of the legends and stories of the tribes, no no no no no it’s a fucking TV show.

[platycryptus]

i post mostly original content on this blog but I just learned about a creature I need to immediately spread awareness of.

Its a type of harvestman from New Zealand called Acropsopilio. It has similar relatives elsewhere in the world (such as Caddo sp. from N.A) but they don’t quite rival its incredible form

i promise nothing could prepare you for what this beast looks like:

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(photo credit: Gonzalo Giribet on inaturalist)

[littlefeather-wolf]

Enoch Hoag

Birth ... 1859 ... Death ... 1929 (aged 69–70) Burial

At Memory Lane Cemetery

Anadarko, Caddo County, Oklahoma, USA ...

[abwwia]

Raven Halfmoon, Caddo Woman Warrior, 2021

[oncanvas]

Waiting for the Bus (Anadarko Princess), T. C. Cannon, 1977

Lithograph on paper 30 ⅛ x 22 ½ in. (76.5 x 57.2 cm) Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, DC, USA

[galeriacontici]

Caddo Belcher Engraved Bottle

This vessel is a Caddo culture Long-necked Belcher engraved bottle. It is thin-walled with a globular body separated by an angular flat bottom. The long neck is flared outward at the top. This piece is rich Brown with a burnished surface. Decorated with wide engraved swirls with applied red ocher.

The bottle measures just over 7 inches tall, making it a substantial example of Caddo craftsmanship. The vessel originates from Lafayette County, Arkansas, dating back to approximately 1500 – 1700 A.D., during the later period of the Caddo civilization known for their advanced pottery techniques. The Caddo people were skilled artisans, and this bottle showcases their ability to create complex forms and intricate designs, reflecting the high level of technical and artistic development achieved by the culture during this time.

The long neck, flaring outward at the top, is a distinctive feature of this type of vessel, often associated with ceremonial or ritual use. The engraved swirls, emphasized by the red ocher, add a dynamic and visually striking element to the bottle, demonstrating the Caddo’s expertise in combining form and decoration to produce objects of beauty and cultural significance.

The bottle’s condition is noteworthy. The neck was restored, a common practice in preserving ancient pottery. The restorer carefully executed the restoration, ensuring the vessel remained in excellent condition overall. The integrity of the body and the clarity of the engraved designs remain intact, allowing for an appreciation of the bottle’s original aesthetic and functional qualities.

This Belcher engraved bottle represents an essential artifact from the Caddo culture, providing insight into the ceremonial practices and artistic achievements of one of the most sophisticated Native American cultures in the southeastern United States. Its historical and cultural significance and well-preserved state make it a valuable addition to any collection of Native American artifacts or pre-Columbian art.

This vessel is a Caddo culture Long-necked Belcher engraved bottle. It is thin-walled with a globular body separated by an angular flat bott

[hug-kiss-marry-kill]

What should we do with Chester "Cheese" Williams (Reservation Dogs)?

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Voting ended onMay 20, 2025