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Metisse de Martinique - Mixed-race woman of Martinique, 1865. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et Costumes Etrangers Anciens et Modernes" (Foreign Fashions and Costumes Ancient and Modern), Paris
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Metisse de Martinique - Mixed-race woman of Martinique, 1865. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et Costumes Etrangers Anciens et Modernes" (Foreign Fashions and Costumes Ancient and Modern), Paris
FLO4686696 Metisse de Martinique - Mixed-race woman of Martinique, 1865. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et Costumes Etrangers Anciens et Modernes" (Foreign Fashions and Costumes Ancient and Modern), Paris, 1865. Hippolyte (b. 1797) and Polydor Pauquet (b. 1799) ran a successful publishing house in Paris in the 19th century, specializing in illustrated books on costume, birds, butterflies, anatomy and natural history.; (add.info.: Metisse de Martinique - Mixed-race woman of Martinique, 1865. Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers " Modes et Costumes Etrangers Anciens et Modernes" (Foreign Fashions and Costumes Ancient and Modern), Paris, 1865. Hippolyte (b. 1797) and Polydor Pauquet (b. 1799) ran a successful publishing house in Paris in the 19th century, specializing in illustrated books on costume, birds, butterflies, anatomy and natural history.); © Florilegius
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This stunning handcoloured steel engraving from 1865 captures the beauty and grace of a Metisse de Martinique - a mixed-race woman of Martinique. The intricate details in her traditional costume, captured by Polydor Pauquet, showcase the rich cultural heritage of this Caribbean island.
The Pauquet Brothers' work in "Modes et Costumes Etrangers Anciens et Modernes" (Foreign Fashions and Costumes Ancient and Modern) is a testament to their dedication to preserving and celebrating different cultures through art. Hippolyte and Polydor Pauquet's publishing house in Paris was renowned for its illustrated books on various subjects, including costume, birds, butterflies, anatomy, and natural history.
In this engraving, we see a glimpse into the past - a time when fashion was not just about style but also about identity. The mixed-race woman depicted here exudes confidence and strength as she proudly wears her traditional attire.
As we admire this piece of artistry, let us remember the importance of embracing diversity and honoring our roots. Each culture has its own unique story to tell, and it is through works like these that we can appreciate the beauty of our differences.
Let this Metisse de Martinique serve as a reminder that true beauty lies in embracing who we are - no matter where we come from.
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