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Man and woman of the Molucco Isles (Maluku Islands), 1818
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Man and woman of the Molucco Isles (Maluku Islands), 1818
Man and woman of the Molucco Isles (Maluku Islands), 1818. Melanesian people with shield, spear, quiver of arrows. 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 Countries Descriptions Educational Folk Geographical Geography Georgian Isles Maluku Pipe Present Principal Regency Tobacco Tutor Venning
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving, taken from Mary Anne Vennings' "A Geographical Present: Being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World," published in London in 1818, showcases the traditional attire and accessories of a man and woman from the Molucco Isles, also known as the Maluku Islands. The man is depicted wearing a loincloth, adorned with intricate patterns, and holding a shield and a spear. His hair is styled in a topknot, and he wears a necklace made of shells. The woman, dressed in a long, flowing skirt, is adorned with beads and holds a quiver of arrows and a tobacco pipe. The couple's expression suggests a deep connection to their land and culture. Mary Anne Vennings was an influential educational writer of the early 19th century, known for her works on geography, conchology, and mineralogy. Her "Geographical Present" was designed to provide a visual and informative guide to the world's various countries, making it an essential resource for tutors and students during the Regency and Georgian eras. The intricate details of the engraving, from the textures of the clothing to the patterns on the shield and spear, offer a glimpse into the rich and diverse cultures of the Molucco Isles. The use of handcolouring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, making it a fascinating and beautiful representation of a time and place far removed from the everyday world of the 19th century.
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