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Papuan man of Dory Harbour, West Papua
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Papuan man of Dory Harbour, West Papua
6338582 Papuan man of Dory Harbour, West Papua by AC (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Papuan man of Dory Harbour, West Papua. He wears face tattoos, an ornamental comb in his hair, necklace, harness, armlets, and yellow breechcloth. Papou de Havre Dorey (Nouvelle Guinee). Adapted from an illustration by Victor Adam in d Urvilles Voyage of the Astrolabe. Handcoloured woodcut by AC and Mercier from Auguste Wahlens Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples du Monde, (Manners, Customs and Costumes of all the People of the World) Librairie Historique-Artistique, Brussels, 1845.); © Florilegius
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1845 Archivist Armlets Auguste Wahlen Blade Brussels Dumont D Urville Harness Jean Francois Nicolas Loumyer Lifestyle Manners Melanesian Moeurs Nation New Guinea Pseudonym Tribe Woodblock Engraving Woodcut Belgians Belgium Belgian Benelux Countries Face Tattoo Handcoloured Mercier Victor Adam West Papua
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This print showcases a Papuan man from Dory Harbour, West Papua, taken in the 18th or 19th century. The image captures the essence of this Melanesian tribe member's unique and vibrant culture. Adorned with face tattoos, an ornamental comb in his hair, a necklace, harness, armlets, and a yellow breechcloth, he exudes pride and individuality. The intricate details of his attire reflect the rich traditions and customs of his people. His face tattoos tell stories of ancestral heritage while the ornamental comb symbolizes status within the community. The accessories he wears further emphasize his connection to nature and spirituality. This photograph is adapted from an illustration by Victor Adam in Dumont d'Urville's Voyage of the Astrolabe. Handcolored woodcut by AC and Mercier brings out every nuance of color and texture present in this remarkable portrait. Auguste Wahlens' Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples du Monde serves as a valuable resource for understanding different cultures around the world through its detailed depictions like this one. As we gaze upon this image captured centuries ago by an unknown pseudonymous writer named AC (possibly Jean Francois Nicolas Loumyer), we are transported to another time and place where diversity thrives among tribes such as these. It reminds us that even though our world has evolved significantly since then, there is still much beauty to be found in preserving cultural heritage.
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