Body Piercing Collection

U?iyaku-Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
U?iyaku-Nunivak, c1929. Head-and-shoulders portrait of Eskimo woman of the Arctic region, wearing a nose ring and labret. Her hooded parka is made of intestinal parchment

Young girls with sticks in their noses and lips, Terrakekka to Aweil, Sudan, 1925 (1927). Artist: Thomas A Glover
Young girls with sticks in their noses and lips, Terrakekka to Aweil, Sudan, 1925 (1927). A print from Cape to Cairo, by Stella Court Treatt, George G Harrap & Company Ltd, 1927

Nunivak Island, Alaska: Jukuk, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Nunivak Island, Alaska: Jukuk, c1929. Head and shoulders of Eskimo

Nunivak Island, Alaska: Baninaguh, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Nunivak Island, Alaska: Baninaguh, c1929. Eskimo, half-length

Kenowun-Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Kenowun-Nunivak, c1929. Kenowun, Nunivak woman, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing front, wearing a fur parka, necklaces, earrings, nose ornament and beaded labrets below her lower lip

Dahchihtok-Nunivak, c1929. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
Dahchihtok-Nunivak, c1929. Dahchihtok, Eskimo woman, half-length portrait, facing front, wearing nose ornament and labrets

Colored portrait
Carmel Tadmor

View on the Banks of the Ganges with representation of the Churruck Poojah - A Hindoo Holiday
4071270 View on the Banks of the Ganges with representation of the Churruck Poojah - A Hindoo Holiday, from Views of Bengal and along the Ganges, pub

Labret, A. D. 200 / 700. Creator: Unknown
Labret, A.D. 200/700

Tongue Piercing, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
498629 Tongue Piercing, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Probably in Kashmir)

Moru woman with lip ornament, from The History of Mankind, Vol. III, by Prof
BAL126303 Moru woman with lip ornament, from The History of Mankind, Vol. III, by Prof. Friedrich Ratzel, 1898 (engraving) by Buchta, Richard (1845-94) (after); Private Collection; Austrian

View on the Banks of the Ganges with representation of the Churruck Poojah …, pub
View on the Banks of the Ganges with representation of the Churruck Poojah - A Hindoo Holiday, from Views of Bengal and along the Ganges, pub. 1810 (engraving)

A nautch girl, Madras Presidency, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

A woman of the Mursi tribe. Once married Mursi women pierce their lower lip and stretch it by inserting increasingly large plugs until they can wear a clay lip plate

Ecuadorian from Quito, detail from Warriors of the Esmeraldas, 1599 (oil on canvas)
XZL148103 Ecuadorian from Quito, detail from Warriors of the Esmeraldas, 1599 (oil on canvas) (see 113582) by Sanchez Galque, Adrian (fl)

Kish-Kal-Wa, a Shawnee Chief, illustration from The Indian Tribes of North America, Vol
BAL122940 Kish-Kal-Wa, a Shawnee Chief, illustration from The Indian Tribes of North America, Vol.1, by Thomas L. McKenney and James Hall, pub

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"Exploring the Art of Body Piercing: A Colorful Journey through Time" Step into a world where self-expression knows no bounds, as we delve into the fascinating history of body piercing. From ancient traditions to modern trends, these captivating portraits offer a glimpse into the diverse cultures that have embraced this unique form of adornment. In Terrakekka to Aweil, Sudan, 1925 (1927), artist Thomas A Glover captures young girls with sticks in their noses and lips, showcasing the striking beauty found in traditional African piercings. Their colorful portrait serves as a testament to the rich heritage and customs passed down through generations. Travel back even further with an engraving from Views of Bengal and along the Ganges, pub. 1810. This depiction of Churruck Poojah - a Hindoo Holiday - reveals how body piercing has long been intertwined with religious practices in India. The scene on the banks of the Ganges transports us to an era where spirituality and body modification merged seamlessly. Uncover ancient mysteries with Labret, A. D. 200/700 by an unknown creator. This artifact showcases intricate lip piercing techniques employed by our ancestors centuries ago – a testament to their creativity and desire for individuality. Tongue Piercing c. 1860-80 takes us on a monochromatic journey back in time through an evocative black-and-white photograph. It offers a rare glimpse into Victorian-era tongue piercing practices – proof that this art form transcends time periods and cultural boundaries. The History of Mankind brings us face-to-face with Moru woman's lip ornament – an exquisite example from various indigenous communities worldwide who have celebrated body modifications throughout history. Madras Presidency welcomes us with open arms as we encounter nautch girl adorned in mesmerizing jewelry pieces that highlight her commitment to personal expression during early 20th century India.