Xhosa man in grass belt and woman suckling a baby
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Xhosa man in grass belt and woman suckling a baby
Xhosa man in grass belt and woman suckling a baby.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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This handcolored lithograph depicts an Xhosa man from Southern Africa, proudly wearing a grass belt, adorned with spears and carrying a furlined cloak and beaded apron. The man's traditional attire represents his strong connection to the land and his warrior heritage. In the foreground, a woman tenderly cradles and suckles her baby, wrapped in a colorful cloth and wearing a beaded headband. The serene expression on her face conveys the deep bond between mother and child. Surrounding them, various musical instruments, a drum, and a gourd bow, hint at the rich cultural traditions and customs of the Xhosa people. The Xhosa are an ethnic group indigenous to Southern Africa, primarily residing in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. They have a long and complex history, with a rich cultural heritage that includes a unique language, customs, and traditions. This lithograph, taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published in Meissen around 1835-1840, offers a rare and intriguing glimpse into the lives of the Xhosa people during this period. The meticulous attention to detail in the handcoloring further enhances the authenticity and beauty of this ethnographic record. This image serves as an important reminder of the diversity and complexity of human cultures and the importance of preserving and celebrating our shared history.
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