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At Makoondas village
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At Makoondas village
Mashona councils, Chief exhorting them to bring corn for sale to Wagons September 1869. Sketch 21 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)
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This evocative sketch by John Thomas Baines, titled "At Makoondas Village: Chief Exhorting His People to Bring Corn for Sale to Wagons, September 1869," offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Mashona people during the Victorian era. The drawing, which is part of a larger collection of original sketches by Baines, captures a moment of communal gathering in the heart of Makoondas village. Baines, an accomplished artist and explorer, traveled extensively through Southern Africa during the late 19th century, documenting his experiences and observations through his sketches and writings. In this particular drawing, he depicts a scene of a village meeting, with the chief standing before his people, urging them to bring their corn for sale to the wagons. The chief, dressed in traditional attire, holds a long staff and addresses the crowd with a serious expression, while the villagers, clad in animal skins and carrying baskets, look on intently. The sketch is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Mashona people and the intricacies of their social structures. The use of naturalistic colors and detailed shading adds depth and texture to the image, making it a captivating and authentic representation of life in a 19th-century African village. The scene is also a reminder of the importance of community and cooperation in the face of economic necessity, as the villagers come together to sell their crops to the passing wagons. Overall, this sketch by John Thomas Baines provides a valuable historical record of a bygone era and offers a unique perspective on the lives of the Mashona people during the Victorian age.
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