African costumes: griot musicians, dancer, and Abyssinians
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African costumes: griot musicians, dancer, and Abyssinians
African costumes: griot musicians, dancer, and Abyssinians.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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This handcolored lithograph, titled "African Costumes: Griot Musicians, Dancer, and Abyssinians," is an exquisite example of ethnographic documentation from the 19th century. The image, taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, showcases a vibrant and rich representation of African culture. At the center of the composition, a griot musician, dressed in a flowing white robe adorned with intricate patterns, plays a drum with an intense focus and rhythmic precision. To his left, another griot, this one holding a balafon, a type of African xylophone, strikes the keys with both hands, eliciting a melodic and harmonious sound. Both musicians wear elaborate headdresses, the griot with drums adorned with feathers and cowrie shells, and the balafon player with a tall, conical hat. To the right of the musicians, a graceful dancer, dressed in a colorful, flowing costume, executes a dynamic and fluid movement. Her headdress, adorned with feathers and beads, complements the overall visual harmony of the scene. In the background, a group of Abyssinians, identifiable by their distinctive bow and arrows, the machacari, and their distinctive headgear, are shown in various poses. The men wear animal skins and carry shields, while the women wear intricately patterned fabrics and jewelry. This lithograph, produced in Meissen around 1835-1840, serves as an invaluable historical record of African customs, costumes, and traditions. It is a testament to the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the African continent and the importance of preserving and celebrating its unique artistic expressions.
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