Native American men and women of Virginia worshipping fire
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Native American men and women of Virginia worshipping fire
Native American men and women of Virginia worshipping fire.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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Anthropology Completegalleryofpeoplesintruepictures Ethnography Friedrichwilhelmgoedsche Virginia
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This handcolored lithograph, titled "Native American Men and Women of Virginia Worshipping Fire," is an intriguing glimpse into the ethnographic record of indigenous peoples in the eastern United States during the early 19th century. The image, part of Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's "Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures," was produced in Meissen, Germany, around 1835-1840. The scene depicts a group of Native American men and women gathered around a fire, their faces expressive and focused as they engage in a ritualistic act of worship. The men, dressed in animal hides and adorned with feathers and paint, appear to be tending to the fire, while the women, clad in simple yet elegant deerskin dresses, hold offerings in their hands. The use of fire in Native American spiritual practices was a common theme in ethnographic and anthropological studies of the time. Fire was believed to have both practical and spiritual significance, providing warmth, light, and a means of cooking and preserving food, as well as serving as a connection to the supernatural world. The inclusion of this image in Goedsche's gallery underscores the growing European fascination with the peoples and customs of the New World. While the accuracy of the depiction is open to question, the lithograph offers a valuable window into the past, shedding light on the rich cultural traditions of the indigenous peoples of Virginia and beyond. The intricate handcoloring adds depth and vibrancy to the image, bringing the figures to life and highlighting the intricacies of their costumes and adornments. The overall effect is one of both reverence and wonder, inviting the viewer to pause and reflect on the complex and nuanced history of Native American cultures.
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