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New Caledonian Fruit-sellers; Some Account of New Caledonia, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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New Caledonian Fruit-sellers; Some Account of New Caledonia, 1875. Creator: Unknown
New Caledonian Fruit-sellers; 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 Fruit Seller Henry Walter Bates Hw Bates Illustrated Travels Indigenous People Kanak Melanesia Melanesian New Caledonia Melanesia Oceania New Caledonian Petter And Galpin Sell Seller Selling Street Seller Street Trader Street Vendor Tribe Tribespeople Cassell
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New Caledonian Fruit-sellers; Some Account of New Caledonia,
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is a captivating photograph taken in the late 1870s, showcasing a bustling street scene in New Caledonia. The image, published in H.W. Bates' "Illustrated Travels," offers a glimpse into the daily life of the indigenous Kanak people of this South Pacific island. The photograph features a group of Kanak men, dressed in traditional attire, displaying an array of fresh fruits on makeshift mats spread out on the ground. Their faces are expressive, some smiling at the camera, while others engage with potential customers. A man in a European-style hat and shirt stands among them, likely a trader or traveler. New Caledonia, a French territory in Melanesia, was a popular destination for European explorers and settlers during the 19th century. This photograph provides an intriguing insight into the intersection of indigenous and European cultures, with the fruit sellers offering their wares to a diverse clientele. The photograph's composition is well-balanced, with the vibrant colors of the fruits and the textures of the mats and clothing contrasting against the muted tones of the background. The image invites the viewer to consider the lives of these men, their occupation, and their place in the larger narrative of New Caledonia's history. This photograph is a valuable historical document, providing a window into a time when European exploration and interaction with indigenous peoples was shaping the course of history in the Pacific. The image is a poignant reminder of the rich cultural diversity that continues to thrive in the region today. The photograph's provenance is unknown, but it was published in "Illustrated Travels," a popular travel book series of the time. The photograph is a testament to the power of images to transport us to another time and place, and to deepen our understanding of the complex histories and cultures of the world.
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