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Natives of Fiji and Tahiti with tattoos
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Natives of Fiji and Tahiti with tattoos
Natives of Fiji and Tahiti with tattoos.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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This handcolored lithograph, titled "Natives of Fiji and Tahiti with Tattoos," is an intriguing glimpse into the rich cultural traditions of the South Pacific islands of Fiji and Tahiti during the early 19th century. The image is taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's "Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures," a comprehensive ethnographic record produced in Meissen, Germany, between 1835 and 1840. In the foreground, a Fijian man is depicted wearing a helmet made of palm leaves and a cape adorned with shells and feathers. His body is covered in intricate tattoos, which were an essential part of Fijian identity and social status. The tattoos were created using a comb and ink made from charcoal and ash. The man holds a spear, a symbol of his warrior status, and a basket, which may have been used for carrying food or other essentials. Behind him, a Tahitian man is shown wearing a penistube, a traditional loincloth made of barkcloth. His body is also covered in tattoos, which were believed to represent various aspects of his personality and genealogy. The man holds a club and wears a necklace made of shells. The accurate and detailed depiction of the natives' clothing, tattoos, and accessories provides valuable insights into their customs and way of life. This lithograph is an essential resource for anthropologists, historians, and anyone interested in the history and cultures of the South Pacific islands.
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