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Man and woman of Senegal, 1818
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Man and woman of Senegal, 1818
Man and woman of Senegal, 1818. The man carries a bow and 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 Guinea Present Principal Regency Senegal Tutor Venning Bijagos Bissau
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Man and Woman of Senegal, 1818: A Glimpse into the Traditional Lives of the Bijagos People This handcoloured copperplate engraving, titled 'Man and Woman of Senegal,' was created in 1818 as part of Mary Anne Vennings' educational publication, 'A Geographical Present: Being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World.' The image offers a rare and intriguing glimpse into the lives of the Bijagos people, an ethnic group inhabiting the Bissagos Islands off the coast of Guinea-Bissau in West Africa. The man in the image is depicted wearing a simple loincloth and carrying a bow and quiver of arrows, symbolizing his role as a hunter and provider for his family. His body paint and intricately designed headpiece reflect the rich cultural traditions of his tribe. The woman, adorned with beadwork and a colorful wrap, is shown carrying a large basket on her head, demonstrating her skills as a gatherer and caretaker. Mary Anne Vennings, a prolific writer and tutor of the Regency and Georgian eras, produced a wide range of educational books on geography, conchology, and mineralogy. Her 'Geographical Present' series aimed to educate young readers about the world and its diverse inhabitants, providing them with a broader understanding of different cultures and traditions. This enchanting image of the Man and Woman of Senegal serves as a testament to the vibrant and rich cultural heritage of the Bijagos people, offering a fascinating glimpse into their traditional way of life over two centuries ago.
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