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Man and woman of Issinia, Guinea, West Africa, 1818
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Man and woman of Issinia, Guinea, West Africa, 1818
6338249 Man and woman of Issinia, Guinea, West Africa, 1818 by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Man and woman of Issinia, Guinea, West Africa, 1818. The man sits in front of a hut built of reeds and palm leaves, the woman carries a baby on her back. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World, Darton, Harvey and Darton, London, 1818. Venning wrote educational books on geography, conchology and mineralogy in the early 19th century.); © Florilegius
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1818 A Geographical Present Female Author Folk Costume Guinea Mary Anne Venning National Palm Leaves Reeds Regency Sabre Toddler Toddlers Tribe Tutor West Africa Woman Writer Copperplate Engraving Handcoloured New Baby New Born New Born Babes New Born Infant Newborn Newly Born
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This print captures a moment in the lives of a man and woman from Issinia, Guinea, West Africa in 1818. The man is seated in front of a humble hut constructed with reeds and palm leaves, showcasing the resourcefulness of their community. Meanwhile, the woman carries a precious baby on her back, symbolizing the continuation of life and hope for their tribe. Handcoloured to enhance its beauty, this copperplate engraving was featured in Mary Anne Vennings' educational book titled "A Geographical Present" which provided descriptions of various countries around the world during that time period. Venning herself was an accomplished woman writer and tutor who contributed greatly to early 19th-century education. The image offers us a glimpse into the traditional costume worn by these individuals, reflecting their cultural heritage. It transports us back to an era when tribes like Issinia thrived amidst changing global landscapes. As we admire this piece from Fine Art Finder's collection by Bridgeman Images, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic value but also recognize the significance it holds as a historical artifact. It reminds us of our shared humanity and serves as a testament to the resilience and diversity found within different communities across the globe.
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