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Man and woman of Catalonia dancing the fandango, 1818
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Man and woman of Catalonia dancing the fandango, 1818
Man and woman of Catalonia dancing the fandango, 1818. A musician plays a lute behind them. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World, Darton, Harvey and Darton, London, 1818. Venning wrote educational books on geography, conchology and mineralogy in the early 19th century
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1818 Anne Catalonia Countries Descriptions Educational Fandango Geographical Geography Georgian Ionian Isle Peasants Pipe Present Principal Regency Tobacco Tutor Venning Zakynthos Zante
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Man and Woman of Catalonia Dancing the Fandango, 1818: A Timeless Tradition Preserved in an Engraving This handcoloured copperplate engraving, titled 'Man and Woman of Catalonia Dancing the Fandango, 1818,' offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Catalonia during the early 19th century. The image, taken from Mary Anne Venning's educational book 'A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World,' published by Darton, Harvey and Darton in London, showcases the traditional Catalan dance known as the fandango. The couple, dressed in their vibrant national costumes, are deeply engrossed in the dance, their faces expressing joy and passion. A musician, playing a lute behind them, adds to the lively atmosphere. The scene is set against the backdrop of a serene landscape, with the Isle of Zakynthos (Zante) and the Ionian Sea visible in the distance. The fandango, an energetic dance with roots in Andalusia, Spain, was popular among the peasantry and had spread to other regions, including Catalonia. The dance was often accompanied by the sound of castanets or other percussive instruments. The man and woman in this engraving appear to be smoking tobacco from pipes, a common practice during the Regency and Georgian eras. Mary Anne Venning was a prolific writer and tutor, known for her educational books on geography, conchology, and mineralogy. This engraving, with its intricate details and vivid colours, serves as a testament to her dedication to preserving and sharing knowledge about the world and its diverse peoples and cultures.
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