House of the first minister to the king, Sandwich
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House of the first minister to the king, Sandwich
House of the first minister to the king, Sandwich Island (Hawaii).. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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This handcolored lithograph, titled "House of the First Minister to the King, Sandwich Island (Hawaii)," is an intriguing glimpse into the ethnography and history of the Hawaiian Kingdom during the early 19th century. The image, taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published in Meissen between 1835 and 1840, depicts a grand house adorned with vibrant colors and intricate details. The house, which served as the residence of the first minister to the Hawaiian king, is surrounded by a lush tropical landscape, with palm trees and other exotic plants in the foreground. The central figure of the print is a woman, dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, standing in front of the house. She wears a flowing skirt made of tapa, a bark cloth, and a brightly colored top. Her hair is styled in a traditional Hawaiian way, with a ti leaf lei around her neck. Two guards, dressed in armor and carrying spears, stand at either side of the woman, adding an air of protection and authority. The print also offers a glimpse into the customs and costumes of the Hawaiian people during this period. The guards' armor and weapons reflect the military traditions of the Hawaiian kingdom, while the woman's traditional attire showcases the unique textiles and design elements of Hawaiian culture. This image is an important historical document, providing a window into the people, customs, and history of the Hawaiian Kingdom during a time when European influence was beginning to shape the islands. The handcoloring adds an additional layer of detail and richness to the print, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of anthropology, ethnography, and Hawaiian history.
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