“Identity Beyond the Frame: The Photography of Edward Curtis” exhibition solemnly opened in Baku on May 17. An exhibition organized by the U.S. Embassy in Azerbaijan featuring 52 works of American photographer Edward Curtis is being held at the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum.

The event was attended by prominent public figures, representatives of diplomatic missions accredited in the country, famous figures of culture and art, representatives of creative youth.

In her opening speech, museum's director Shirin Melikova stressed that the exposition includes more than 50 photographs of the American photographer Edward Curtis. She noted that the exhibition guests can see wonderful shots about the life of North American Indians and learn more about their way of life, culture, rituals, ritual dances, etc. "Each photo of Edward Curtis is a work of art that takes the viewer to another space, opens a new world," Melikova said.

Stressing that Curtis's works have been previously demonstrated with great success in Tbilisi, the museum director expressed gratitude to the event organizers for the opportunity to present the works of the famous American photographer in Baku .

William Gill, Chargé d'Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Baku expressed his gratitude to the Azerbaijan Carpet Museum and the exhibition curator Amina Melikova for her assistance in holding the event.

William Gil informed the audience about the life and work of the photographer.

Aliqismet BADALOV,
“Khalq qazeti”