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Costumes of the Mamluks of Egypt, cavalry
Costumes of the Mamluks of Egypt, cavalry armed with muskets, sticks and sabres. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples (Il Costume Antico e Moderno di Tutti i Popoli), Florence, 1843
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Andrea Anthropology Antique Bernieri Cavalry Ferrrario Giulio Manners Muskets Nation Peoples Sabres Sticks Turban Mamluks
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This striking handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri, titled "Costumes of the Mamluks of Egypt, Cavalry," offers a captivating glimpse into the rich and complex history of the Mamluk military and political elite in Egypt during the 19th century. The Mamluks were a powerful military caste of enslaved soldiers, primarily of Circassian, Turkish, or Caucasian origin, who rose to prominence in Egypt and the Middle East during the medieval period. By the 19th century, they had become an integral part of Egyptian society and culture. The image depicts a group of Mamluks on horseback, dressed in their distinctive attire. They are armed with a combination of muskets, sticks, and sabres, reflecting the evolving nature of military technology and tactics during this period. The Mamluks are also wearing turbans, a traditional headcovering that was an essential part of their uniform and identity. This engraving is taken from Giulio Ferrrario's "Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples," published in Florence in 1843. Ferrrario was a renowned Italian ethnographer and antiquarian who dedicated his life to documenting the costumes, customs, and manners of various races, tribes, and nations. His work is an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of anthropology and world history. The intricate detail and vibrant colours of this engraving serve to bring the past to life, offering a fascinating window into the world of the Mamluks of Egypt and their distinctive cavalry forces. The image is a testament to the rich and complex history of this once powerful military and political elite, and a reminder of the enduring influence of the Middle East on world history and culture.
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