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Tuareg man mounted on a camel carrying spears
Tuareg man mounted on a camel carrying spears.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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Anthropology Camel Completegalleryofpeoplesintruepictures Ethnography Friedrichwilhelmgoedsche Spear Tuareg
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This handcolored lithograph depicts a Tuareg man elegantly mounted on a dromedary camel, his strong figure contrasting against the arid desert landscape. The Tuareg people, also known as the "Blue Men" due to their traditional indigo body paint, are an ethnic group primarily residing in the Sahara Desert, spread across several North African countries. The Tuareg man in this image wears traditional clothing, including a long, flowing robe, a turban, and an intricately designed headdress. He carries a quiver full of spears on his back, a common weapon among the Tuareg people for both hunting and self-defense. The camel, a vital companion in the harsh desert environment, appears calm and obedient, its humps providing the necessary energy for long journeys. This image is from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, a comprehensive ethnographic and anthropological record produced in Meissen, Germany, between 1835 and 1840. The series aimed to document various ethnic groups and their customs, costumes, and traditions, providing valuable insights into the diverse human experience. This particular lithograph offers a glimpse into the lives of the Tuareg people, their connection to the desert, and their reliance on the camel for survival in their harsh yet beautiful environment.
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