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Indian and Chinese people, 17th century
Indian and Chinese people. 17th-century artwork of Indian (top) and Chinese (bottom) people. The Indians and Canarins (Christians in Portuguese India) are harvesting coconuts, while the Chinese are shown eating and making music. This engraving is from Book V of Voyages en Afrique, Asie, Indes orientales et occidentales (1617) by the French explorer Jean Mocquet (1575-c.1617). This 442-page work, divided into six books, described Mocquets travels in Africa, Asia, and the West and East Indies
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1600s 1617 17th Century Africa African Anthropological Anthropology China Chinese Christian Christianity Coconut Crop Culture Engraving Entertainer Entertaining Ethnic Ethnographic Ethnography French Harvesting India Indian Indigenous Instruments Local Music Musical Instrument Musician Native North American Oriental Portuguese Trees Tribal Women Asie Book V Coconuts Playing Music Portuguese India
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 17th-century artwork captures a fascinating glimpse into the lives of Indian and Chinese people during this era. The print, taken from Jean Mocquet's renowned book "Voyages en Afrique, Asie, Indes orientales et occidentales" showcases the diverse cultural practices of these two distinct communities. In the top portion of the engraving, we witness Indians and Canarins engaged in coconut harvesting. These skilled individuals are diligently gathering coconuts from towering trees, showcasing their deep connection with nature and their expertise in agricultural practices. Meanwhile, at the bottom section of the image, Chinese individuals are depicted enjoying food and making music. This portrayal highlights their love for culinary delights as well as their passion for artistic expression through music. The monochrome illustration beautifully captures various aspects of life including work, entertainment, religion (as seen by Christian references), and indigenous customs prevalent during that time period. It serves as a valuable anthropological artifact shedding light on ethnic diversity and historical interactions between different cultures. Todd-White Art Photography has skillfully preserved this remarkable piece of history through their photo print. By bringing attention to this artwork from Science Photo Library's collection without commercial intent or association with any company name mentioned explicitly; they allow us to appreciate its cultural significance while honoring its artistic value.
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