Khoikhoi people at the Orange River, and Gonaqua
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Khoikhoi people at the Orange River, and Gonaqua
Khoikhoi people at the Orange River, and Gonaqua man and woman.. 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 "Gonaqua, or Hottentots at the Orange River Estuary," is an intriguing glimpse into the lives of the Khoikhoi people, also known as the Hottentots, as they were depicted in the mid-19th century. The image, taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, offers a vivid portrayal of the Khoikhoi community gathered around a campfire at the Orange River estuary. The Khoikhoi people were indigenous to the southwestern coast of Africa, and were known for their distinctive culture and customs. In this image, we see a man and a woman dressed in traditional attire. The man wears a fur cape, or otter skin, and holds a bow and arrow, indicating his proficiency in hunting. The woman wears a beaded apron and a necklace, adornments that were important elements of Khoikhoi women's clothing. The campfire is the center of activity in the image, with the community gathered around it, likely sharing stories, cooking food, or engaging in other communal activities. The Orange River estuary, with its rich resources, played a crucial role in the lives of the Khoikhoi people, providing them with fish, shellfish, and other sustenance. This ethnographic image offers a valuable window into the history and customs of the Khoikhoi people, providing insight into their way of life before the impacts of European colonization. The handcolored lithograph is a beautiful and intriguing representation of a people and their culture, and serves as a reminder of the rich diversity of human history.
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