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A Visit to the Veddahs or Wild Men of Ceylon (engraving)
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A Visit to the Veddahs or Wild Men of Ceylon (engraving)
1046301 A Visit to the Veddahs or Wild Men of Ceylon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Visit to the Veddahs or Wild Men of Ceylon. Illustration for The Graphic, 26 November 1887.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23041010
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This engraving titled "A Visit to the Veddahs or Wild Men of Ceylon" takes us on an adventurous journey into the heart of Sri Lanka's untamed wilderness. The scene depicts a thrilling encounter between Mr. Charles Stevens, a fearless explorer, and a group of enigmatic wild men known as the Veddahs. In the foreground, we witness Mr. Stevens standing tall with an axe in hand, his face etched with surprise as he stumbles upon a gathering of these tribal people. The atmosphere is charged with tension and curiosity as both parties cautiously assess each other's presence. The focal point of this print lies in the lifeless body of a wild elephant lying at their feet—a testament to Mr. Steven's remarkable triumph over nature's mightiest creatures. This victory not only ensures survival but also earns him respect among these indigenous inhabitants. As our eyes wander through this detailed artwork, we notice various elements that hint at the challenges faced by both man and beast in this unforgiving landscape: from dense foliage to treacherous terrain and scarce resources like honey depicted nearby. Through skillful storytelling within this image, we are transported back to 19th-century Ceylon—now modern-day Sri Lanka—and given a glimpse into encounters that shaped history while shedding light on ancient cultures still thriving amidst adversity. It is an invitation for us to marvel at human resilience and appreciate the beauty found within diverse communities across Asia.
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