Dance festival of the Camacan in Bahia, Brazil
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Dance festival of the Camacan in Bahia, Brazil
Dance festival of the Camacan in Bahia, Brazil.. 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 the vibrant and lively Dance Festival of the Camacan people in Bahia, Brazil, as captured in Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures. The image showcases a joyous and communal celebration, with naked men and women dressed only in colorful aprons, dancing around a large pot set atop a fire. The festival, a significant aspect of Camacan culture, is believed to be a thanksgiving ritual for a bountiful harvest. The Camacan people, also known as the Candomblé or Macaco, are an ethnic group residing primarily in the northeastern region of Bahia, Brazil. They are known for their unique blend of African and indigenous religious practices, which include the veneration of various deities, or orixás. The dance festival is an integral part of their spiritual and social life, bringing together community members to celebrate their heritage and connect with their ancestors. The intricate details of the dancers' costumes, the fiery pot, and the lively expressions on their faces are beautifully rendered in this handcolored lithograph, providing a glimpse into the rich cultural traditions of the Camacan people during the 1830s and 1840s. This image is an invaluable ethnographic and anthropological resource, offering insights into the customs, costumes, and history of a community that continues to thrive and preserve its traditions to this day.
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