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Gauchos butchering cattle at a slaughterhouse
Native American gauchos lassoing and butchering cattle at one of the outdoor slaughterhouses in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1823
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar, Germany, in 1823, offers a glimpse into the traditional gaucho culture of Argentina. The image portrays a group of Native American gauchos skillfully lassoing and butchering cattle at an outdoor slaughterhouse in Buenos Aires. The gauchos, dressed in their distinctive attire, are shown using boleadoras, a type of throwing weapon consisting of three balls connected by cords, to lasso the bull or cow. Once the animal is secured, they proceed to butcher it on the spot, using knives and other tools. This scene represents the essential role that gauchos played in the cattle industry on the vast Pampas of South America. The gauchos were indigenous people or descendants of European settlers who adapted to the nomadic lifestyle of the Argentine grasslands. They were renowned for their horsemanship, cattle herding, and hunting skills. The image captures the raw energy and intensity of their daily work, which was crucial for the survival of the early Argentine communities. The engraving's intricate details and vibrant colors bring the scene to life, providing a fascinating window into the history of Argentina's rich cultural heritage. This image not only showcases the gauchos' expertise in cattle butchery but also highlights their significant contribution to the development of the Argentine economy and identity.
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