Divorce ceremony of an Indian couple, native of Canada, the wife and the youngest children facing the man and older children, formalize their separation around a fire

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Divorce ceremony of an Indian couple, native of Canada, the wife and the youngest children facing the man and older children, formalize their separation around a fire

FLO4635510 Divorce ceremony of an Indian couple, native of Canada, the wife and the youngest children facing the man and older children, formalize their separation around a fire. Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Amerique et d'Australie" by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche (1785-1863), Meissen edition (Germany), 1835-1840. Divorce ceremony between natives of Canada: the bride with baby in papoose and husband with children formalize their separation. Handcoloured lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's " Vollstaendige Voelkergallerie in getreuen Abbildungen" (Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures), Meissen, circa 1835-1840.; (add.info.: Divorce ceremony of an Indian couple, native of Canada, the wife and the youngest children facing the man and older children, formalize their separation around a fire. Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Amerique et d'Australie" by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche (1785-1863), Meissen edition (Germany), 1835-1840. Divorce ceremony between natives of Canada: the bride with baby in papoose and husband with children formalize their separation. Handcoloured lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's " Vollstaendige Voelkergallerie in getreuen Abbildungen" (Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures), Meissen, circa 1835-1840.); © Florilegius

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This powerful lithograph captures the solemn and emotional moment of a divorce ceremony between an Indian couple, natives of Canada. The wife, holding her youngest child in a papoose, faces her husband along with their older children as they formalize their separation around a fire. The scene is filled with tension and sadness as the family comes to terms with the end of their union. The intricate details in this artwork, handcoloured by Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche, bring to life the cultural traditions and rituals surrounding divorce among indigenous peoples. The complexity of emotions displayed on each family member's face tells a story of heartbreak and resilience. As we observe this intimate moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the universal experiences that bind us all together - love, loss, and the strength to move forward despite adversity. This print serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities within relationships and the importance of honoring one's own journey towards healing and growth. Through this historical depiction, we are invited to reflect on our own perceptions of marriage, family dynamics, and cultural practices surrounding separation. It is a testament to the enduring human spirit that continues to seek understanding and closure even in moments of great sorrow.

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