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Main Chief of the Tatar Settlement on the Northern Shore of Sakhalin Island, 1813. Creator: Jegor Skotnikoff
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Main Chief of the Tatar Settlement on the Northern Shore of Sakhalin Island, 1813. Creator: Jegor Skotnikoff
Main Chief of the Tatar Settlement on the Northern Shore of Sakhalin Island, 1813.
In 1803-06, Captain I. F. Kruzenshtern became the first Russian to circumnavigate the globe. This atlas, published by the Russian Academy of Sciences in 1813, includes maps of Kruzenshtern's route and 109 plates based upon the drawings of V. G. Tilesius, a doctor, naturalist, and the official artist of the expedition. It is one of the largest publications of engravings from tsarist Russia. The subjects depicted include views of Sakhalin, Kamchatka, and the Kurile Islands; representations of Siberian natives and other peoples encountered during the voyage; and local fish and birds from throughout the South and North Pacific
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This print is a portrait of Jegor Skotnikoff, the Main Chief of the Tatar Settlement on the Northern Shore of Sakhalin Island, as depicted in an atlas published by the Russian Academy of Sciences in 1813. The atlas, which includes maps of Captain I.F. Kruzenshtern's circumnavigation route and 109 plates based on the drawings of V.G. Tilesius, is a significant publication from tsarist Russia. Skotnikoff's portrait is a testament to the rich cultural exchange that took place during Kruzenshtern's expedition. He is depicted in half-length, wearing traditional Tatar clothing, with a striped robe and a wide-brimmed hat adorned with intricate decorative patterns. The image captures the meeting of Russian and indigenous cultures, showcasing the diverse costumes and traditions of the peoples encountered during the voyage. The atlas, which is housed in the Library of Congress, is a valuable resource for scholars of anthropology, ethnography, and history. It provides a unique glimpse into the clothing and customs of the Siberian natives and other peoples of the South and North Pacific. The print, created by Jegor Skotnikoff, is a striking example of the decorative arts and illustration of the 19th century. The portrait of Skotnikoff also serves as a reminder of the significant role that exploration and discovery played in shaping the world's understanding of different cultures and peoples. It is a visual representation of the meeting of frontiers and the exchange of ideas and traditions that took place during the Age of Exploration.
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