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Natives of Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia
Bout Alikhooki, Tierra del Fuego man drawn from life in European clothes at Plymouth, and Patagonian of Cape Gregory in llama fur coat. Natives of South America. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith from his Natural History of the Human Species, Edinburgh, W. H. Lizars, 1848
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Bout Cape Fuegian Fuego Gregory Hamilton Lizars Llama Natives Patagonian Plymouth Tierra Smith
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This handcoloured steel engraving, titled "Bout Alikhooki, Tierra del Fuego man drawn from life in European clothes at Plymouth, and Patagonian of Cape Gregory in llama fur coat," is an intriguing glimpse into the encounters between European explorers and the indigenous peoples of Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia in the mid-19th century. The image, produced by W. H. Lizars in Edinburgh in 1848, was based on an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith for his Natural History of the Human Species. The left side of the print features Bout Alikhooki, a Tierra del Fuego man, dressed in European clothes. He is depicted with a serious expression, his body leaning slightly forward, and his arms crossed in front of him. The European influence is evident in his attire, which includes a buttoned shirt, trousers, and a hat. However, his traditional Tierra del Fuego headdress adorns the back of his head, hinting at his indigenous heritage. On the right side of the print is a Patagonian man from Cape Gregory, dressed in a llama fur coat. His posture is more relaxed, and he gazes off into the distance. The thick, warm fur coat provides a stark contrast to the European clothing worn by Bout Alikhooki. The Patagonian man's traditional attire underscores the distinct cultural differences between the European explorers and the indigenous peoples they encountered in South America. The intricate details of the engraving, from the textures of the fur coats to the folds of the European clothing, highlight the skill and artistry of the engraver. This image offers a unique perspective on the encounters between European explorers and the indigenous peoples of Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia during a time of significant cultural exchange and transformation.
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