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Julia Pastrana (photo)
609993 Julia Pastrana (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Julia Pastrana, born in Mexico and died in the year 1860 after giving birth to a child at Moscow; Both bodies were embalmed and preserved in that city, being at present in Prauschers Museum; Her upper eye-teeth and incisors are missing); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection
Media ID 23551706
© Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection / Bridgeman Images
1860 Birth Born Died Embalmed Freak Giving Mexico Missing Moscow Present Preserved Show Upper Year Incisors
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This photograph captures the enigmatic Julia Pastrana, a woman who defied societal norms and left an indelible mark on history. Taken by an English photographer in the 19th century, this print showcases Julia's unique beauty and intriguing story. Julia Pastrana was born in Mexico and tragically passed away in Moscow after giving birth to a child. Both her body and her baby's were embalmed, preserving them for eternity in that city. Today, they can be found at Prauschers Museum, serving as a haunting reminder of their extraordinary lives. In this image, Julia's striking features are evident - her upper eye-teeth and incisors are missing, adding to her mystique. Despite these physical differences, she exudes confidence and grace through the lens of the camera. Dressed impeccably in fashionable clothing of the time period, Julia challenges conventional notions of beauty with her distinct appearance. She became known as a "freak" or curiosity due to society's fascination with those who deviated from traditional standards. This photograph not only serves as a testament to Julia Pastrana but also sheds light on how people with physical differences were treated during that era. It invites us to reflect upon our own perceptions of beauty while honoring the memory of this remarkable woman whose legacy continues to captivate audiences today.
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