Eskimo or Inuit man riding a raft, and huts
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Eskimo or Inuit man riding a raft, and huts
Eskimo or Inuit man riding a raft, and huts with sled and dogs.. 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 Eskimo or Inuit man skillfully navigating a traditional inflatable raft through icy waters. Dressed in furs and adorned with intricate tattoos, he expertly wields an oar, propelling himself forward with determination. In the background, a cluster of huts can be seen, their conical shapes and smoke rising from the chimneys a testament to the community's resilience in the harsh Arctic climate. The scene also features a sled and a team of eager dogs, suggesting the importance of hunting and transportation in the daily life of these indigenous peoples. The man's bow and arrow, slung over his shoulder, underscores their reliance on hunting for survival. This image is taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, a significant ethnographic and anthropological work published in Meissen, Germany, between 1835 and 1840. The series aimed to document and preserve the customs, costumes, and traditions of various ethnic groups around the world. This particular print offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the Eskimo or Inuit people, their adaptations to their environment, and their remarkable resourcefulness.
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