Mentawai Collection
Amidst the lush greenery of the Mentawai Islands, the indigenous people of Pagai prepare for Hunting Time
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Amidst the lush greenery of the Mentawai Islands, the indigenous people of Pagai prepare for Hunting Time. Armed with poisoned arrows, they set out on their traditional canoes, paddles in hand, in pursuit of sustenance for their community. When the hunt is successful, the Mentawai doctor skillfully prepares herbal medicine using native plants to ensure the meat is safe for consumption. The Mentawai tribesman's body is adorned with intricate tattoos, a symbol of his connection to the land and its rich resources. Through their ancient traditions, the Mentawai people continue to thrive in harmony with nature.