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Aztec man and woman of Mexico, 1818
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Aztec man and woman of Mexico, 1818
Man and woman of Mexico, 1818. Aztec man, woman and child carrying basket of clothes, bow and stick.Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World, Darton, Harvey and Darton, London, 1818. Venning wrote educational books on geography, conchology and mineralogy in the early 19th century
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, titled "Man and woman of Mexico, 1818," is an intriguing glimpse into the lives of the indigenous inhabitants of Mexico during the early 19th century. The image depicts an Aztec man and woman, dressed in traditional attire, with a young child and a basket of clothes. The man wears a feather headdress and carries a bow and stick, while the woman dons a grass skirt and holds a basket on her head. Mary Anne Venning, a prolific educational writer of the Regency and Georgian eras, created this illustration as part of her geographical publication, "A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World." The engraving is a testament to Venning's dedication to providing accurate and detailed information about various cultures and regions of the world. The Aztec people, who once ruled a vast empire in central Mexico, are believed to have influenced the costumes and traditions of many indigenous groups in the region, including the Chumash, Ohlone, Maidu, Miwok, and Yokuts. The man and woman in this image may represent these or other tribes, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Mexico and its people. The intricate details of their clothing and accessories, such as the man's headdress and the woman's basket, provide a window into the past and offer a glimpse into the daily lives of these indigenous communities. This image not only serves as a historical record but also as a reminder of the diverse and vibrant cultures that have shaped the world we live in today.
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