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Title page with vignette of peoples of America
Title page with vignette of peoples of America and Australia.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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Anthropology Completegalleryofpeoplesintruepictures Ethnography Friedrichwilhelmgoedsche Peoples Titlepage Vignette
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This stunning title page, taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published in Meissen around 1835-1840, showcases a captivating vignette of indigenous peoples from both the Americas and Australia. The intricately hand-colored lithograph, a testament to the artistic mastery of the time, invites viewers to embark on a journey through the diverse cultural landscapes of the world. The title, written in elegant calligraphy, reads "Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Vollständige Sammlung der Völker in Wahrheit Abbildender Abbildungen," translating to "Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Collection of Peoples in True Representative Images." This ethnographic and anthropological work aimed to document and preserve the customs, costumes, and histories of various peoples, providing a valuable record of human diversity for generations to come. The vignette itself features a vibrant and richly detailed depiction of indigenous peoples from the Americas and Australia. In the American scene, a group of Native Americans are shown in traditional attire, engaged in various activities such as hunting, fishing, and socializing. The Australian vignette showcases Aboriginal people adorned with body paint and intricate headdresses, possibly in the midst of a ceremonial dance or gathering. This title page not only serves as a beautiful and intriguing work of art but also as an essential historical document, offering a glimpse into the lives and cultures of peoples from around the world during a pivotal time in human history.
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