Fine Art Print : Native American men and women of Virginia worshipping fire
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Native American men and women of Virginia worshipping fire
Native American men and women of Virginia worshipping fire.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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Media ID 14211094
© Florilegius / Mary Evans
Anthropology Completegalleryofpeoplesintruepictures Ethnography Friedrichwilhelmgoedsche Virginia
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of Virginia's Native American communities with this captivating fine art print from Media Storehouse. This handcolored lithograph, sourced from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, depicts Native American men and women in a profound moment of worship, gathered around a roaring fire. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the past to life, transporting you to a time of deep connection with nature and tradition. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office to inspire awe and appreciation for the history and diversity of our world.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This handcolored lithograph, titled "Native American Men and Women of Virginia Worshipping Fire," is an intriguing glimpse into the ethnographic record of indigenous peoples in the eastern United States during the early 19th century. The image, part of Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's "Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures," was produced in Meissen, Germany, around 1835-1840. The scene depicts a group of Native American men and women gathered around a fire, their faces expressive and focused as they engage in a ritualistic act of worship. The men, dressed in animal hides and adorned with feathers and paint, appear to be tending to the fire, while the women, clad in simple yet elegant deerskin dresses, hold offerings in their hands. The use of fire in Native American spiritual practices was a common theme in ethnographic and anthropological studies of the time. Fire was believed to have both practical and spiritual significance, providing warmth, light, and a means of cooking and preserving food, as well as serving as a connection to the supernatural world. The inclusion of this image in Goedsche's gallery underscores the growing European fascination with the peoples and customs of the New World. While the accuracy of the depiction is open to question, the lithograph offers a valuable window into the past, shedding light on the rich cultural traditions of the indigenous peoples of Virginia and beyond. The intricate handcoloring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, bringing the figures to life and highlighting the intricacies of their costumes and adornments. The overall effect is one of both reverence and wonder, inviting the viewer to pause and reflect on the complex and nuanced history of Native American cultures.
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