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Costumes de Différents Pays, Gentilhomme du Roÿaume d'Aardra, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
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Costumes de Différents Pays, Gentilhomme du Roÿaume d'Aardra, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Gentilhomme du Royaume d'Aardra, c1797
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1790s Anthropology Benin Cloak Costumes De Differents Pays Embroidered Ethnography Ethnology Grasset De Saint Sauveur Jacques Hand Tinted Engraving On Paper Jacques Grasset De Saint Sauveur Saint Sauveur Jacques Grasset De Skirt Tunic West African Blade Hand Tinted Needlework Sewing
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Costumes de Différents Pays: 'Gentilhomme du Royaume d'Aardra' by Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1797) is an intriguing and captivating work of art that showcases the rich cultural heritage and diverse clothing traditions of the African continent, specifically from the Benin Kingdom in West Africa. This full-length engraving, hand-tinted in color, depicts a well-dressed man from the Kingdom of Aardra, wearing an elaborate and intricately designed costume. The 'Gentilhomme du Royaume d'Aardra' is adorned with a vibrant red cloak, embroidered with geometric patterns and adorned with metallic blades, symbolizing power and wealth. The man wears a grass cloth undergarment, which is covered by a white embroidered tunic, and a wide-brimmed hat, also made of grass. The needlework on the clothing is meticulously detailed, demonstrating the exceptional craftsmanship and artistry of the Benin people. Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, a French artist, created this work as part of his series 'Costumes de Differents Pays' (Costumes of Different Countries), which aimed to document and preserve the clothing traditions of various ethnic groups around the world. This engraving, published in the late 18th century, is an important historical and ethnographic record of African culture, providing valuable insights into the fashion, art, and social customs of the Benin Kingdom during this period. The 'Gentilhomme du Royaume d'Aardra' is currently housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), where it continues to inspire and educate visitors about the rich cultural heritage of Africa and the importance of preserving and celebrating diverse traditions.
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