Guardian of the Watchhouse by Cristina Mittermeier
Year: 2017
Archival Pigment Print
30 × 20 Inches
48 × 32 Inches
60 × 40 Inches
75 × 50 Inches
Edition of 6
Guardian of the Watchhouse by Cristina Mittermeier is a striking black-and-white portrait capturing a moment of raw emotion and defiance, as Tsleil Waututh land defender Will George raises his voice in protest. Set against a stark, unbroken background, the image distills the intensity of the moment into a powerful visual statement of resistance, identity, and protection of ancestral lands. As Mittermeier reflects, “I’m not an activist. I’m a protector.” Both intimate and unflinching, this limited-edition photograph stands as a testament to the enduring strength of indigenous communities and the urgent fight to preserve land, culture, and sovereignty. To learn more about this limited edition photograph inquire with our team at info@1905contemporary.com.

