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Inhabitant Collection (page 80)

"Inhabitants: A Glimpse into the Stories of Cultures and Lands" Step into a world where art becomes a portal to explore the lives of inhabitants throughout history

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Warriors dancing, 1870

Warriors dancing, 1870
Sketch 64 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871). The caption on the original illustration is unclear

Background imageInhabitant Collection: The Ostrich nest, East of Bembesi River

The Ostrich nest, East of Bembesi River
October 1870. Sketch 55 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Mashonas hunting

Mashonas hunting
Hunting game with stake nets at Magoondas hills. September 1870. Sketch 49 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Amakoondas Mashona village

Amakoondas Mashona village
September 1869. Sketch 20 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Material for a future Warrior

Material for a future Warrior
Young Solomon. Sketch 84 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Matabele relaxing in front of their homes, c. 1869

Matabele relaxing in front of their homes, c. 1869
Sketch 76 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: At Makoondas village

At Makoondas village
Mashona councils, Chief exhorting them to bring corn for sale to Wagons September 1869. Sketch 21 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Umtigaan at the head of his regiment

Umtigaan at the head of his regiment

Background imageInhabitant Collection: The Honey Bees Nest in an ant hill

The Honey Bees Nest in an ant hill
At the Seba que River October 1870. Sketch 53 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Dressing the Issiyoko

Dressing the Issiyoko
The Issiyoko is the Warriors headring, at Slambo Boloi, November 1869 Sketch 69 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Ladies of the Royal Family

Ladies of the Royal Family
At Lo Bengulus temporary residence on the Inzingwhaine or Umzingzhone River, April 1870. Sketch 82 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Matabili, Imbusini River November 1869

Matabili, Imbusini River November 1869
Sketch 71 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Christmas Festivities at Tati River, 1869

Christmas Festivities at Tati River, 1869
Sketch 34 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Warriors dancing

Warriors dancing
Sketch 63 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: The South Africa Gold Fields Exploration Co. House

The South Africa Gold Fields Exploration Co. House
Located at Hartley Hill Simbo Rivulet Um Vuli River, September1870. Sketch 46 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Matabili at Nobengulus Village Nov. 1869

Matabili at Nobengulus Village Nov. 1869
Sketch 75 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Old Mashona Diggins at Zhelingome

Old Mashona Diggins at Zhelingome
October 1870. Sketch 54 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Setting out to visit village of Makoonda

Setting out to visit village of Makoonda

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Mashona at Umtigesis place July 1870

Mashona at Umtigesis place July 1870
Cultivating his hair. Sketch 83 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: The army retiring, 1870

The army retiring, 1870
Sketch 66 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: One of Nobengulus sisters at his village, January 1870

One of Nobengulus sisters at his village, January 1870
Sketch 78 from a collection of original sketches by Thomas Baines, (1859-1871)

Background imageInhabitant Collection: America. Viceroyalty of Peru. The Malaspina Expedition

America. Viceroyalty of Peru. The Malaspina Expedition (1789-1794). Native inhabitant from Peru dressed in traditional clothes. Pencil drawing by juan Ravenet. Drawing. SPAIN. Madrid. Navy Museum

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Princess Beatrice visiting cottagers at Osborne

Princess Beatrice visiting cottagers at Osborne
Engraving showing Princess Beatrice, Queen Victorias youngest daughter visiting the inhabitant of a cottage on the Osborne estate on the Isle of Wight

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Inhabitant of the Moon

Inhabitant of the Moon
An inhabitant of the Moon

Background imageInhabitant Collection: The Musick Hal at Disco Island, 1875

The Musick Hal at Disco Island, 1875
Engraving showing the building on Disco Island, Greenland, which the crew of the Arctic exploration ship, Pandora, had converted to use as a Musick Hal for their entertainment, 1875

Background imageInhabitant Collection: Yankee man, southern USA

Yankee man, southern USA
A Yankee, ie an inhabitant of one of the southern states of North America




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"Inhabitants: A Glimpse into the Stories of Cultures and Lands" Step into a world where art becomes a portal to explore the lives of inhabitants throughout history. From "The Parable of the Talents" painted in 1884, depicting biblical figures showcasing their unique talents, to the iconic image of Crusoe's Footprint symbolizing resilience and survival. Travel back in time to Poland, where Charles Foster captures the essence of Krakow's people, unveiling their rich history. The tapestry of Mazoviens, Highlanders, Lithuanians, and Cracowians weaves together tales that have shaped this vibrant nation. Delve deeper into Mesoamerica through Waldeck's original artwork from 1831. Box after box reveals intricate prints capturing scenes like "The Pilots, " guiding ancient civilizations through treacherous waters. Witness Goddess Teoyaomqui standing beside a porphyry sacrificial stone or behold a divinity embodying Maya culture - each stroke on canvas preserving stories untold. Immerse yourself in Mexican Indian life as depicted by watercolors from c. 1843-50. Experience their joy during festive occasions dressed in vibrant attire or witness moments frozen in time after Carthagena's conquest - an era forever etched upon these pages. Through brushstrokes and prints, these artworks breathe life into forgotten narratives; they remind us that every land has its own inhabitants with tales waiting to be discovered. Let us embark on this journey together as we unravel the mysteries behind each stroke and honor those who came before us.