Man from the Coromandel coast and two soldiers from Mysore
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Man from the Coromandel coast and two soldiers from Mysore
Man from the Coromandel coast and two soldiers from Mysore.. 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 'Man from the Coromandel Coast and Two Soldiers from Mysore,' is an exquisite example of ethnographic documentation from the early 19th century. The image is taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published in Meissen between 1835 and 1840. The central figure is a man from the Coromandel Coast, located in present-day Tamil Nadu, India. He is dressed in traditional attire, including a white dhoti wrapped around his waist and a red angavastram draped over his shoulder. The man's body is adorned with intricate gold jewelry, including a large gold coin necklace and earrings. His hair is styled in a topknot, held in place by a gold ornament. Flanking the man are two soldiers from Mysore, a princely state in southern India. The soldiers wear uniforms with red turbans, white shirts, and red loincloths. They carry muskets and shields, reflecting their military duties. This lithograph is a valuable historical record of the diverse peoples and cultures of India during the British East India Company's rule. The meticulous attention to detail in the depiction of the subjects' costumes, jewelry, and accessories provides insight into the material culture of the time. The image also offers a glimpse into the military presence and organization during this period. The handcolored lithograph process used to create this print allowed for a high degree of detail and vibrant colors, enhancing the visual appeal and accuracy of the representation. The Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures was a groundbreaking work in the field of ethnography and anthropology, contributing significantly to the documentation and understanding of various cultures and customs from around the world.
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