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Julia Pastrana from Mexico, hairy woman
Julia Pastrana, from Mexico, a hairy woman who married a showman, Theodor Lent, but died in childbirth at Moscow (the child also died). Her body was mummified for display purposes, but now resides in a sealed coffin at the University of Oslo, Norway
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1834 1860 Bearded Body Child Birth Died Hairy Human Julia Lent Married Mexican Mexico Moscow Mummified Neck Lace Norway Oddities Oslo Pastrana Sealed Showman Theodor University Paranormal
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Julia Pastrana Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, an intriguing addition to your home decor. This extraordinary image of Julia Pastrana, a hairy woman from Mexico, hails from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online. Julia, who married a showman, Theodor Lent, was a unique and enigmatic figure in history. This captivating canvas print brings the intrigue and mystery of the past into your living space. With its vivid colors and high-quality finish, this canvas print is not just a piece of art, but a conversation starter that tells a story. Embrace the unexpected and add a touch of the unusual to your collection with the Julia Pastrana Canvas Print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Julia Pastrana: A Victorian-Era Hairy Woman from Mexico, Now Preserved at the University of Oslo, Norway This intriguing photograph captures the enigmatic figure of Julia Pastrana (1834-1860), a Mexican woman born with hypertrichosis, a condition that caused her to have extensive body hair. Known as the 'Venus Hirsuta' or 'The Ape-Woman of Mexico,' Pastrana's unique appearance led her to a life of exhibition as a human oddity. In 1852, she married Theodor Lent, a German showman, and together they traveled extensively, displaying Pastrana as a curiosity for paying audiences. In this image, Pastrana is elegantly dressed in a Victorian necklace and a richly decorated costume, adorned with beads and intricate patterns. Her hair, which covered her entire body, is styled in elaborate curls, and she wears a demure expression. Despite her unusual appearance, she is presented as a lady, with refined attire and a sense of dignity. Tragically, Pastrana died in childbirth in Moscow in 1860, along with her infant son. Her body was mummified and displayed as a curiosity for several decades before being acquired by the University of Oslo, Norway, in the late 19th century. Today, her mummified remains are kept in a sealed coffin, a testament to a fascinating chapter in human history. This photograph offers a glimpse into the life of a woman who defied societal norms and captivated the world with her unique appearance. Despite the controversy surrounding her life and death, Pastrana's story continues to intrigue and fascinate people, offering a window into the past and the complexities of human nature.
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