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Nikolai Nikolaevich Miklukho-Maklai, half-length portrait, facing front, between 1880 and 1886. Creator: Unknown
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Nikolai Nikolaevich Miklukho-Maklai, half-length portrait, facing front, between 1880 and 1886. Creator: Unknown
Nikolai Nikolaevich Miklukho-Maklai half-length portrait, facing front, between 1880 and 1886
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1. Title: "Nikolai Nikolaevich Miklukho-Maklai: Pioneering Anthropologist and Explorer of the Pacific Islands". This half-length portrait depicts Nikolai Nikolaevich Miklukho-Maklai (1846-1888), a renowned Russian anthropologist, ethnographer, biologist, and explorer, who made significant contributions to the scientific understanding of the Pacific Islands and their indigenous peoples. The photograph, taken between 1880 and 1886, captures Miklukho-Maklai in the prime of his career, with a thoughtful expression and a well-groomed beard. Born in Ukraine, Miklukho-Maklai was driven by an insatiable curiosity and a deep respect for diverse cultures. He embarked on numerous expeditions to the Pacific, studying the people, languages, and natural history of various islands, including the Solomon Islands, New Guinea, and the Bismarck Archipelago. His groundbreaking work bridged the fields of anthropology, ethnography, and biology, and his findings challenged prevailing theories about human evolution and the distribution of languages and cultures. Miklukho-Maklai's impact on the scientific community was immense, as he was one of the first scholars to emphasize the importance of studying indigenous peoples in their own cultural contexts. His work paved the way for future anthropological research and helped to foster a more nuanced understanding of the rich cultural heritage of the Pacific Islands. This evocative portrait, now housed in the Library of Congress, serves as a testament to Miklukho-Maklai's enduring legacy and his significant contributions to the fields of anthropology, ethnography, and biology. It also reminds us of the importance of preserving the heritage of intrepid explorers like him, who dared to venture into the unknown and expand our collective knowledge of the world.
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