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Ornaments and weapons of the Island Carib or Kalinago people
Ornaments of the Island Carib or Kalinago people, West Indies, including necklace, headdress, earrings, and weapons, bow, arrow and knife. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Migliavacca from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples (Il Costume Antico e Moderno di Tutti i Popoli), Florence, 1842
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving, created by Migliavacca for Giulio Ferrrario's "Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples" published in Florence in 1842, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Island Carib or Kalinago people from the West Indies. The image showcases an array of their traditional ornaments and weapons, which were an integral part of their daily life and customs. The Kalinago people, also known as the Island Caribs, are an indigenous tribe originally from the Leeward Islands in the eastern Caribbean. They are known for their distinctive artistic traditions, particularly in the creation of intricate ornaments and weapons. In the foreground of the image, a Kalinago man is depicted wearing a stunning necklace made of shells and bones, which is adorned with intricately carved pendants. His headdress, fashioned from bird feathers and beads, adds to his regal appearance. Earrings made of shells and bones are also visible in his ears. The weapons displayed in the image include a bow and arrows, as well as a knife. The bow, made from wood and sinew, would have been used for hunting, while the arrows, tipped with poison, would have been used to ensure a successful kill. The knife, made from sharpened stone or shell, would have been a versatile tool used for various tasks, from hunting to preparing food. The intricate details of the ornaments and weapons in this engraving offer a window into the rich cultural traditions of the Kalinago people, providing a valuable record of their history and customs. This image is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the indigenous cultures of the Americas, and serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and celebrating the diverse cultural heritage of our world.
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