Aleuts from Unalaska island
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Aleuts from Unalaska island
Aleuts from Unalaska island.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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This handcolored lithograph depicts a group of Aleuts from Unalaska Island, a community located in the Aleutian chain of Alaska. The Aleuts are an indigenous people known for their rich cultural heritage, which has been influenced by their unique environment and historical interactions with other cultures. In this image, we see three Aleut men dressed in traditional clothing. The central figure wears a lined coat made from the fur of sea otters, a valuable resource in the Aleutian Islands. He holds a canoe paddle in one hand and a smoking pipe in the other. His facial decoration includes tattoos, piercings, and elaborate carvings. To his left, a man cradles a baby in a papoose, a traditional carrier made from plant fibers or animal skins. The third man, dressed in a simpler outfit, looks on. This portrait is part of Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, a comprehensive ethnographic record produced in Meissen, Germany, between 1835 and 1840. The collection aimed to document the diverse peoples and customs of the world, providing a visual record of human history and cultural traditions. The Aleuts are shown here in their traditional attire, reflecting their connection to the land and sea that has shaped their way of life for centuries. The intricate facial decorations and piercings are evidence of the importance of personal adornment and self-expression in Aleut culture. This image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a valuable record of the Aleuts and their customs for future generations. It also highlights the richness and diversity of human culture, reminding us of the importance of preserving and celebrating the unique traditions and histories of communities around the world.
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