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Morai or cemetery with carved wooden idols on the island of Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands, Polynesia, circa 1800. Tattooed natives show a Russian sailor a tomb, while another attachments white cotton fabric to coconut poles
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Morai or cemetery with carved wooden idols on the island of Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands, Polynesia, circa 1800. Tattooed natives show a Russian sailor a tomb, while another attachments white cotton fabric to coconut poles
FLO4576954 Morai or cemetery with carved wooden idols on the island of Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands, Polynesia, circa 1800. Tattooed natives show a Russian sailor a tomb, while another attachments white cotton fabric to coconut poles. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1807. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822) was a German publisher and man of arts most famous for his 12-volume encyclopedia for children illustrated with 1, 200 engraved plates on natural history, science, costume, mythology, etc. published from 1790-1830.; (add.info.: Morai or cemetery with carved wooden idols on the island of Nuku Hiva, Marquesas Islands, Polynesia, circa 1800. Tattooed natives show a Russian sailor a tomb, while another attachments white cotton fabric to coconut poles. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1807. Friedrich Johann Bertuch (1747-1822) was a German publisher and man of arts most famous for his 12-volume encyclopedia for children illustrated with 1, 200 engraved plates on natural history, science, costume, mythology, etc. published from 1790-1830.); © Florilegius
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This image captures a moment in time on the island of Nuku Hiva in the Marquesas Islands, Polynesia, circa 1800. The Morai or cemetery is adorned with intricately carved wooden idols, standing as silent guardians over the sacred grounds. Tattooed natives guide a curious Russian sailor through the tomb, sharing their customs and traditions with him.
In the background, another native is seen attaching white cotton fabric to coconut poles, perhaps preparing for a ceremonial event or ritual. The scene is rich with cultural significance and offers a glimpse into the spiritual practices of this remote island community.
The handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's "Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children) adds an artistic touch to this historical depiction. Friedrich Johann Bertuch's meticulous attention to detail brings this scene to life, capturing not only the physical surroundings but also the interactions between different cultures.
This print serves as a window into a bygone era, where exploration and discovery were intertwined with respect for indigenous beliefs and traditions. It invites us to reflect on our own understanding of history and culture while appreciating the beauty and complexity of Polynesian artistry.
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