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Tattooed warrior of Nuka Hiva, Marquesas Islands, Nukahiwa. In headdress and loincloth, full body tattoos, holding a large mace. Copied from Wilhelm Gottlieb Tilenau
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Tattooed warrior of Nuka Hiva, Marquesas Islands, Nukahiwa. In headdress and loincloth, full body tattoos, holding a large mace. Copied from Wilhelm Gottlieb Tilenau
FLO4690783 Tattooed warrior of Nuka Hiva, Marquesas Islands, Nukahiwa. In headdress and loincloth, full body tattoos, holding a large mace. Copied from Wilhelm Gottlieb Tilenau. Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals, 1836. by Brodtmann, Karl Joseph (1787-1862); (add.info.: Tattooed warrior of Nuka Hiva, Marquesas Islands, Nukahiwa. In headdress and loincloth, full body tattoos, holding a large mace. Copied from Wilhelm Gottlieb Tilenau. Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals, 1836.); © Florilegius
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Breed Heinrich Rudolf Schinz Karl Joseph Brodtmann Loincloth Mace Marquesas Islands Nation Tattoo Tribe Ethnography Wilhelm Gottlieb Tilesius
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This black and white lithograph transports us to the Marquesas Islands in the 19th century, where a formidable tattooed warrior of Nuka Hiva, named Nukahiwa, stands proudly. Adorned with an elaborate headdress and loincloth, his body is a canvas of intricate tattoos that tell stories of bravery and heritage. In his hand, he firmly grasps a large mace, symbolizing his strength and power within his tribe. The intensity in his eyes hints at the fierce determination that lies within him. This portrait captures not only the physical prowess of this warrior but also the rich cultural traditions that define him. The artist Karl Joseph Brodtmann skillfully brings this scene to life through detailed engraving techniques. Every line etched on paper conveys a sense of authenticity and respect for Nukahiwa's identity as a member of the Marquesan tribe. Copied from Wilhelm Gottlieb Tilenau's original work, this lithograph was featured in Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals in 1836. It serves as both an ethnographic record and a celebration of human diversity. As we gaze upon this print today, we are reminded of the beauty found in different cultures around the world. It invites us to appreciate our shared humanity while honoring the unique customs that shape each individual society.
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