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Costumes of a man and woman of the Tlingit nation, Alaska
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Costumes of a man and woman of the Tlingit nation, Alaska
Costumes of a man and woman of the Tlingit nation, Port des Francais (Lituya Bay), Northwest coast of America (Alaska). The man wears a fur robe and hat and holds a mirror, the woman in furs and buckskin has a lip plate. Illustration by Gaspard Duche de Vancy from Jean Francois Laperouses Voyage. Copperplate engraving by Dell Acqua handcoloured Lazaretti from Giovanni Battista Sonzognos Collection of the Most Interesting Voyages (Raccolta de Viaggi Piu Interessanti), Milan, 1815-1817
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This image, taken from Jean Francois Laperouse's Voyage around the World (1815-1817), showcases the traditional costumes of a man and a woman from the Tlingit Nation, indigenous people of the Northwest coast of America, specifically at Port des Francais (Lituya Bay) in Alaska. The man is dressed in a voluminous fur robe, adorned with intricate designs, and wears a tall, conical hat made of the same material. He holds a mirror, an essential item for the Tlingit people, believed to represent the connection between the physical and spiritual worlds. The woman, equally striking, is attired in furs and buckskin. Her most notable feature is the lip plate, a traditional body modification that signified her tribal affiliation and maturity. The Tlingit people were known for their elaborate and distinctive costumes, which were not only functional but also symbolized their cultural identity and social status. The illustration was created by Gaspard Duche de Vancy and hand-colored by Dell Acqua. The copperplate engraving is part of Giovanni Battista Sonzogno's Collection of the Most Interesting Voyages, a significant archive of travel literature and visual records from the 16th to the 19th centuries. This image offers a rare glimpse into the rich and diverse indigenous cultures of the Northwest coast of America, providing valuable insights into their history and traditions.
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