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Vintage linen-era postcard depicts a Cherokee Indian mother and her child, traditionally known as a squaw and papoose, standing in the doorway of a log cabin. The scene is set in Cherokee, North Carolina, on the border of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Published by Harry N. Martin and printed by Curt Teich using the "C.T. Photochrom" process, this unposted card captures a moment of cultural heritage with vibrant colors and a textured finish characteristic of the mid-20th century. The reverse side provides historical context regarding the Cherokee reservation and local customs.