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Head of a Gin
A portrait etching of an aboriginal woman, offensively labelled as a Gin, she is wearing a headband and smoking a pipe. Date: circa 1925
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Media ID 32244140
© CLM Archive Collection / Mary Evans
Aboriginal Benjamin Edwin Etching Headband Labelled Pipe 1925
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Bring history into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece is taken from the March of the Women Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, featuring a powerful portrait etching of an Aboriginal woman. Dated circa 1925, this evocative image showcases the resilience and strength of the human spirit. The intricate details of the headband and pipe in her hand are brought to life with our premium canvas material and vibrant colors. A thought-provoking addition to any room, this Canvas Print is a testament to the richness and complexity of our shared history.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative portrait etching, titled "Head of a Gin," depicts an Aboriginal woman from circa 1925. The image, a poignant reminder of a bygone era, showcases the resilience and strength of Indigenous peoples in the face of colonialism and discrimination. The woman is depicted with a solemn expression, her dark, intense eyes gazing directly at the viewer. She wears a traditional headband adorned with feathers, and in her hand, she holds a pipe. The term "gin" is an offensive and derogatory label that was commonly used during this period to refer to Indigenous women who were perceived to be living outside of the dominant society's norms. This label was often applied to women who were seen as being involved in alcohol consumption, sex work, or other activities that challenged the colonial order. Despite the offensive label, this portrait etching offers a rare glimpse into the life of an Aboriginal woman during this time period. The intricately detailed etching captures the textures of her skin, the folds of her clothing, and the delicate features of her face. The image is a powerful reminder of the complex and nuanced lives of Indigenous peoples, and the need to recognize and respect their dignity and humanity. This portrait etching is part of the March of the Women Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, and is attributed to the artist Benjamin Edwin Minns. The exact provenance of the image is not known, but it serves as a reminder of the important role that historical imagery can play in shaping our understanding of the past and informing our actions in the present.
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