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Costumes de Différents Pays, Roi des Ysles des Amis, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
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Costumes de Différents Pays, Roi des Ysles des Amis, c1797. Creator: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur
Costumes de Differents Pays, Roi des Ysles des Amis, c1797
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1790s Anthropology Arrow Arrows Bow And Arrow Costumes De Differents Pays Ethnography Ethnology Grasset De Saint Sauveur Jacques Hand On Hip Hand Tinted Engraving On Paper Jacques Grasset De Saint Sauveur Oceania Pacific Islander Pacific Islands Polynesia Polynesian Quiver Saint Sauveur Jacques Grasset De South Sea Islander Friendly Islands Hand Tinted Head Dress Posture
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This full-length engraving, titled 'Roi des Ysles des Amis' (King of the Friendly Isles) by Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur, dates back to the late 18th century, around 1797. The intriguing image showcases a man from the Pacific Islands, adorned in traditional attire, standing confidently outdoors with a hand on his hip and an arrow in the other. Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur's 'Costumes de Differents Pays' (Costumes of Different Countries) series, of which this engraving is a part, aimed to document and preserve the diverse clothing and accessories of various ethnic groups around the world. This particular image offers a fascinating glimpse into the apparel and accessories of the Pacific Islanders, showcasing a vibrant, hand-tinted palette and intricate details. The man is depicted wearing a colorful, patterned dress, which falls to his ankles and is held up by a sash. His head is adorned with a striking headdress made of feathers and flowers, while his arms are adorned with bracelets and armbands. The most notable accessory is the quiver full of arrows slung across his back. This ethnographic artwork, now held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), offers a valuable insight into the rich cultural heritage of the Pacific Islands and the people who inhabited them during the 18th century. The image not only serves as a historical record but also as a testament to the artistic prowess of Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur and the importance of documenting and preserving cultural diversity.
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