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Aleutian natives building boats and drying fish at a village
Aleutian natives building boats and drying fish at a village in the Nushagak area, Bristol Bay (Porto dei Francesi), Alaska. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Sasso from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1837
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by Sasso for Giulio Ferrario's "Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World," offers a glimpse into the daily life of Aleutian natives in the late 1800s. The image, set in the Nushagak area of Bristol Bay, Alaska, depicts a bustling village scene. In the foreground, Aleutian men are engaged in the construction of a kayak, using traditional techniques that have been passed down through generations. The intricate details of the boat's design are evident, with the men expertly shaping and carving the wooden frame. In the background, women and children are busy drying fish, a vital source of food and sustenance for the community. Fish drying racks are filled with salmon, herring, and other local species, which are carefully arranged to ensure even drying. The sun-kissed landscape and the clear, blue water of the bay provide a picturesque backdrop to this scene of communal living and hard work. The Aleutian people, also known as the Aleuts, are indigenous to the Aleutian Islands and the Alaskan Peninsula. They have a rich cultural heritage, with a strong connection to the sea and its resources. This engraving provides a valuable record of their traditional way of life, which was shaped by their unique environment and the necessities of survival in a remote and challenging climate.
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