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Noru Gal Derri, Aborigine warrior, Australia
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Noru Gal Derri, Aborigine warrior, Australia
Noru Gal Derri, Aborigine warrior with spear and shield, Australia. From an illustration by Nicolas Martin Petit. Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinzs Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals, 1836
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Aborigine Brodtmann Ethnography Heinrich Holland Karl Martin Nicolas Petit Rudolf Schinz Shield Spear Tattoo Warrior Warpaint
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Noru Gal Derri: An Aboriginal Warrior of New Holland, Australia This lithograph depicts Noru Gal Derri, an Aboriginal warrior from the lands of New Holland, now known as Australia. The image, created by the skilled hands of French artist Nicolas Martin Petit and expertly rendered by German lithographer Karl Joseph Brodtmann, is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Aboriginal people. Noru Gal Derri is shown in a powerful and defiant stance, holding a spear in his right hand and a shield in his left. His body is adorned with intricate warpaint and tattoos, symbols of his tribal identity and his readiness for battle. The spear, a traditional weapon of the Aboriginal people, is expertly balanced in his hand, ready to be thrown with deadly accuracy. The shield, made from the bark of a tree, protects him from harm. The ethnographic illustration is taken from Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's "Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals," published in 1836. Schinz, a Swiss naturalist, was known for his meticulous documentation of the natural world, and this image provides a rare glimpse into the lives of the Aboriginal people of Australia during that time. The lithograph is a stunning example of the artistic and scientific achievements of the 19th century. It not only captures the physical strength and determination of Noru Gal Derri but also offers a window into the rich cultural traditions of the Aboriginal people of Australia. This powerful and evocative image continues to resonate with viewers today, reminding us of the importance of preserving the stories and histories of indigenous peoples around the world.
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