Photographs of pages from Evert Wendell's record book of his transactions with American Indians. The photographs highlight Wendell's drawings of Cayuga, Seneca, Miami, and Souveno Indians with whom he worked, including identifying markings such as tattoos, ear ornaments, and hairdressing. The collection also includes catalog cards prepared by William Curtis Sturtevant to describe drawings, with transcriptions and translations by T. J. Brasser.
Biographical/Historical note:
Evert Wendell (1681-1750) was born in Albany, New York, shortly after the Dutch surrendered the area to British colonists. In 1695, Wendell began trading with American Indians and settlers. Between the years 1695 and 1726, Wendell recorded over 2,000 transactions in his account books, including names and credit.
Local Call Number(s):
NAA Photo Lot R81R
Reproduction Note:
Copy prints made by Smithsonian Institution from NYHS copy negatives, 1966.
Restrictions:
The collection is open for research.
Access to the collection requires an appointment.
Rights:
This copy collection has been obtained for reference purposes only. Copies may be obtained from the New York Historical Society.
