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Kayan man with piglet and blowpipe, Borneo, SE Asia
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Kayan man with piglet and blowpipe, Borneo, SE Asia
Young Kayan man who has just caught a piglet with a poison dart from his blowpipe, Borneo, SE Asia (then part of the British Empire). (6 of 6) Date: 1922
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This photograph, taken in the year 1922, depicts a young Kayan man from Borneo, Southeast Asia, proudly holding a tiny piglet in one hand and a blowpipe in the other. The scene unfolds in the lush, verdant landscape of the region, which was then under the British Empire's rule. The Kayan people, also known as the "Long Neck Karen," are an ethnic group renowned for their distinctive traditional attire, which includes coils of brass rings worn around their necks. However, this image showcases a more ordinary, yet essential aspect of their daily lives - hunting. The man in the photograph has just successfully hunted down a piglet using a poison dart from his blowpipe. Blowpipes were a vital tool for the Kayan people, allowing them to hunt wild boar, deer, and other game to sustain their communities. The piglet, still small and vulnerable, is a testament to the skill and expertise of the young hunter. The 1920s, or the '20s, was a significant period in history, marked by cultural shifts, technological advancements, and the expansion of European empires. This photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of the Kayan people during that era, revealing their resilience and connection to their traditional ways. Today, the Kayan people continue to live in various regions of Borneo and Myanmar, preserving their unique culture and traditions while adapting to the modern world. This photograph serves as a reminder of the rich history and diverse people that make up our global community.
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