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The Prophetic Dance, especially for the Masoupias tribe, lasts all day long
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The Prophetic Dance, especially for the Masoupias tribe, lasts all day long
LSE4333731 The Prophetic Dance, especially for the Masoupias tribe, lasts all day long, accompanied by drums, songs and claps of hands, the two dancers perform their dance until complete exhaustion, and when they fall unconscious, they leave the fateful words of a hunt or war planned by the king. Engraving by Th.Weber, to illustrate the story " Au pays des Marutses", in 1875-1879, by Dr. Emile Holub (1847-1902). Published in the Tour du monde, 2nd semester 1883, edited by Edouard Charton (1807-1890), Hachette edition, Paris. by Weber, Theodore (1838-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prophetic Dance, especially for the Masoupias tribe, lasts all day long, accompanied by drums, songs and claps of hands, the two dancers perform their dance until complete exhaustion, and when they fall unconscious, they leave the fateful words of a hunt or war planned by the king. Engraving by Th.Weber, to illustrate the story " Au pays des Marutses", in 1875-1879, by Dr. Emile Holub (1847-1902). Published in the Tour du monde, 2nd semester 1883, edited by Edouard Charton (1807-1890), Hachette edition, Paris.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; German, out of copyright
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This print captures the essence of the Prophetic Dance, a sacred ritual performed by the Masoupias tribe. Lasting an entire day, this dance is accompanied by the rhythmic beats of drums, enchanting songs, and resounding claps of hands. The two dancers pour their energy into every movement until they reach complete exhaustion. As depicted in this engraving by Th. Weber, these dancers hold immense significance within their community. When they finally succumb to unconsciousness from physical exertion, it is believed that they enter a trance-like state where they receive divine messages regarding upcoming hunts or planned wars as decreed by their king. The intricate details captured in this artwork bring to life the cultural richness and spiritual beliefs of the Masoupias tribe. Published in 1883 as part of "Au pays des Marutses" by Dr. Emile Holub, this illustration was featured in Tour du monde edited by Edouard Charton. Leonard de Selva's photograph beautifully preserves this historical piece of art for future generations to appreciate and admire. Through his lens, we are transported back in time to witness a mesmerizing moment frozen forever – a testament to human creativity and devotion towards understanding our world's diverse cultures.
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