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Group of Kanaks; Some Account of New Caledonia, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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Group of Kanaks; Some Account of New Caledonia, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Group of Kanaks; Some Account of New Caledonia, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin
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1870s Bates Henry Walter Bates Hw Cassell Petter Galpin Henry Walter Bates Hw Bates Illustrated Travels Indigenous People Kanak Melanesia Melanesian New Caledonia Melanesia Oceania New Caledonian Petter And Galpin Tribe Tribespeople Cassell
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Group of Kanaks: Some Account of New Caledonia" is an intriguing photograph from the late 1870s, taken by an unknown photographer for H.W. Bates' "Illustrated Travels" published by Cassell, Petter, and Galpin in London. The image captures a group of Kanak men and women from New Caledonia, an archipelago in the Pacific Ocean, Melanesia. The Kanaks are the indigenous people of New Caledonia, and this photograph offers a rare glimpse into their lives during the late 19th century. The men are dressed in loincloths, their bodies adorned with tattoos, while the women wear traditional skirts made of bark cloth. Their expressions are varied, some serious, others curious, and their postures convey a sense of pride and dignity. The photograph is a valuable historical document, providing insight into the culture and appearance of the Kanak people during a time when European influence was increasing in the region. It is also a reminder of the rich diversity of the world's indigenous populations and the importance of preserving their histories and traditions. The photograph was published in Bates' "Illustrated Travels," a popular travel book that offered readers a visual and textual account of far-off lands and peoples. Bates was a British writer and naturalist who traveled extensively throughout the world, documenting his experiences and observations in numerous publications. Today, this photograph is an important part of the historical record of New Caledonia and its people. It is a reminder of the complex and fascinating history of this Pacific island nation and the indigenous Kanak people who have called it home for thousands of years.
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