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Costumes de Différents Pays, Musiciens du Senegal, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
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Costumes de Différents Pays, Musiciens du Senegal, c1797. Creators: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, LF Labrousse
Costumes de Differents Pays, Musiciens du Senegal, c1797
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Costumes de Différents Pays, 'Musiciens du Senegal' by Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur and LF Labrousse is an exquisite 18th-century engraving that offers a captivating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Senegal. The image, created around 1797, depicts a group of Senegalese musicians, showcasing their traditional attire and musical instruments. Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, a renowned French artist, and LF Labrousse collaborated on this stunning work, which is now held in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). The meticulously hand-colored engraving on paper captures the vibrant colors and intricate details of the musicians' clothing, providing a window into the diverse fashion and customs of the African continent during the 18th century. In the image, a couple of musicians are depicted in full length, each holding a unique musical instrument. The drummer, dressed in a colorful, patterned tunic, strikes a large drum, while the balafon player, wearing a white shirt and red headpiece, holds the balafon, a type of African xylophone. The musicians' expressions convey a deep connection to their music and their culture, making this engraving a powerful representation of the human spirit and the enduring power of art to preserve history. This evocative work is a testament to the importance of ethnography and ethnology in understanding the rich cultural diversity of the world. The 'Musiciens du Senegal' engraving is a must-see for anyone interested in anthropology, fashion, or the history of Africa and its people.
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