Striking image of a Native American woman standing beside a wagon in an open landscape, holding a staff or walking stick. The composition has a quiet, grounded presence—her stance, the wagon wheel, and the wide horizon all give it a strong sense of place and story.

An inscription on the reverse reads “Pretty Shield – Crow Medicine Woman.” Pretty Shield (1856–1944) is a documented Crow Nation medicine woman whose life was recorded in early interviews, making this attribution especially intriguing.

While the identification is based on the handwritten note, it adds significant historical interest and potential importance to the photograph.

• Era: Early 1900s (approx)
• Subject: Native American woman with wagon in outdoor setting
• Inscription: “Pretty Shield – Crow Medicine Woman” on back
• Size: 5 x 5 inches

A compelling and unusual image with strong visual presence and possible historical significance.