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Travelling in Madagascar: the Tacon; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
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Travelling in Madagascar: the Tacon; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. Creator: M.D Charnay
Travelling in Madagascar: the Tacon; A Birds-eye View of Madagascar, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]
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Travelling in Madagascar - The Tacon - A Bird's-eye View of Madagascar
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is an evocative and captivating photograph taken by M.D Charnay during the 1870s. The image is taken from Henry Walter Bates' "Illustrated Travels," published by Cassell, Petter, and Galpin in London around 1880. The photograph depicts a man, likely an explorer or traveler, carried on the shoulders of two local Malagasy men as they make their way through a Madagascan village. The man is seated comfortably in a palanquin, a type of sedan chair, which is balanced on a carrying pole supported by the men. The scene is reminiscent of colonialism and the exploration of new lands, with the white traveler being carried through the native village by his black servants. The photograph offers a unique perspective, as if taken from a bird's-eye view, providing a glimpse into the daily life of Madagascar during the 19th century. The image is rich in detail, with the village landscape stretching out in the background, and the intricate patterns and textures of the Malagasy people's clothing and the palanquin itself adding depth and character to the scene. The photograph also highlights the stark contrast between the traveler and the local people, with the white man standing out against the darker skin tones of the Malagasy men. This contrast underscores the power dynamics of the colonial era and the impact of European exploration on indigenous cultures. Overall, "Travelling in Madagascar: The Tacon - A Bird's-eye View of Madagascar" is a powerful and thought-provoking image that offers a glimpse into the past and the complex history of colonialism and exploration. It is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Madagascar and the impact of travel and exploration on the world.
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