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Costumes of the Berber officials of Tunisia, 1828
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Costumes of the Berber officials of Tunisia, 1828
Costumes of the Berber officials of Tunisia, 1828. The Bey of Tunis in mufti 1, Salekat or grand head of the government 2, minister in a thick leather kaftan 3, Seus Botartur 4, Ada-Bascia Botartur 5, Sciaus 6, Seus-a-Salem saluting 7 and Caja or governor 8. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Rinaldo Nanini Faentino from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Florence, 1834
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Berber Caja Governor Leather Minister Mufti Officials Salute Tunis Tunisia Kaftan
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by Rinaldo Nanini Faentino and published in Giulio Ferrario's "Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World" in 1834, offers a fascinating glimpse into the traditional attire of Berber officials in Tunisia during the early 19th century. The image depicts a gathering of high-ranking Berber dignitaries, each adorned in their distinctive costumes, in the presence of the Bey of Tunis. At the center, the Bey is seen wearing a simple, white mufti, signifying his religious and political authority. To his right, the Salekat or grand head of the government dons a thick, voluminous robe, adorned with intricate embroidery and fringes. The minister, dressed in a leather kaftan, stands next to him, his attire symbolizing his position of power and wealth. Further to the left, the Seus Botartur and Ada-Bascia Botartur, both important officials, are depicted wearing elaborate headdresses and ornate robes, reflecting their high status. The Seus, represented by the figure saluting, and the Seus-a-Salem, are shown in traditional Berber garb, complete with turbans and long, flowing robes. At the far end, the Caja or governor is depicted in a more Western-style attire, which was becoming increasingly popular among the ruling elite during this period. This striking illustration not only provides valuable insight into the rich cultural heritage of the Berber people of Tunisia but also showcases the fusion of traditional and Western influences that characterized the region during the 19th century.
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