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Man and woman of Cacongo, on the coast of Loango, 1818
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Man and woman of Cacongo, on the coast of Loango, 1818
6338251 Man and woman of Cacongo, on the coast of Loango, 1818 by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Man and woman of Cacongo, on the coast of Loango, 1818. (Angola, West Africa). The man carries a small round wooden boat on his back, and another man climbs a palm tree behind him. 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.); © Florilegius
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1818 A Geographical Present Angola Coracle Female Author Folk Costume Loango Mary Anne Venning National Palm Tree Regency Tribe Tutor West Africa Woman Writer Copperplate Engraving Handcoloured Palm Wine Wooden Boat
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This print titled "Man and woman of Cacongo, on the coast of Loango, 1818" takes us back in time to West Africa during the early 19th century. The image showcases a man and a woman from the Cacongo tribe, dressed in their traditional folk costumes. The man carries a small round wooden boat on his back, symbolizing their close connection with the sea and maritime activities. Intriguingly, another man can be seen climbing a palm tree in the background, possibly collecting palm wine or engaging in other tasks essential to their daily lives. This handcoloured copperplate engraving was featured in Mary Anne Vennings' educational book called "A Geographical Present" which provided descriptions of various countries around the world. The photograph offers us an insight into the rich cultural heritage of Angola's coastal region and highlights the unique customs and attire of its people. It serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, diverse tribes thrived along this picturesque coastline. As we admire this remarkable piece from Fine Art Finder's collection by Bridgeman Images, we are transported to an era when exploration and discovery were at their peak. It is through such prints that we can appreciate not only the beauty captured by artists but also gain knowledge about different cultures that have shaped our world throughout history.
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