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Costumes of Berber soldiers, Tunis, 1828
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Costumes of Berber soldiers, Tunis, 1828
Costumes of Berber soldiers, Tunis, 1828. Captain or Basoda 1, Mamluk general 2, policeman or Amba 3, royal guard or Satar 4, two Levantine soldiers 5, and bodyguard Drido 6. 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 Bodyguard Ferrario Giulio Guard Levantine Mamluk Peoples Policeman Tunis
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving, titled "Costumes of Berber soldiers, Tunis, 1828," offers a fascinating glimpse into the diverse military uniforms of various ranks and ethnicities in the army of the Beylicate of Tunis during the early 19th century. The image, created by Rinaldo Nanini Faentino and published in Giulio Ferrario's "Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World," features seven distinct figures, each representing a unique role within the military forces of the region. At the center, a tall, turbaned Captain or Basoda, dressed in a long, red tunic, adorned with gold embroidery and silver buttons, stands proudly with his arms crossed. To his left, a Mamluk General, identified by his distinctive white turban and long, curved sword, exudes an air of authority and power. To the right, a policeman or Amba, wearing a blue tunic with a red sash and a red fez, stands guard with a musket at the ready. Nearby, a royal guard or Satar, dressed in a long, green tunic with a red sash and a tall, pointed red turban, holds a curved sword and a shield. Two Levantine soldiers, dressed in European-style uniforms, are depicted in the background, showcasing the multicultural influences that permeated the military forces of the Beylicate of Tunis. The final figure, a bodyguard Drido, wears a blue tunic with a red sash and a red turban, and carries a large shield and a spear. This intricately detailed illustration offers a unique window into the rich military history of Tunisia during a time of cultural fusion and transformation. The various costumes, each representing a distinct role and ethnicity, highlight the diverse tapestry of the region and the complexities of its military forces.
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