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Women dancing the heiva or hula dance to drum and pipe music in a house on Raiatea island, Society Islands. Handcoloured copperplate engraved by Sasso after Giovanni Battista Cipriani and Sydney Parkinson from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1844
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Battista Cipriani Drum Ferrario Giovanni Giulio Hula Peoples Pipe Tahiti Raiatea
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, created by Sasso after the original works of Giovanni Battista Cipriani and Sydney Parkinson, transports us to the enchanting world of traditional Polynesian dance on the beautiful island of Raiatea in the Society Islands. The image showcases a group of women, their bodies adorned in vibrant, intricately designed costumes, as they dance to the rhythmic beats of drums and pipes. The Heiva and Hula dances, as depicted in this illustration from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, published in Florence, Italy, in 1844, are an essential part of Polynesian culture and history. The women's graceful movements, in harmony with the music, evoke a sense of connection to nature and the rich heritage of the islands, particularly Tahiti and Raiatea. This exquisite piece of art offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and significance of these ancient traditions that continue to captivate and inspire us today.
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