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Costumes of the people of Concepcion, Chile
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Costumes of the people of Concepcion, Chile
Costumes of the people of Concepcion, Chile, with women in shawls, full skirts with many petticoats, copied from La Perouse. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Luigi Giarre from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples (Il Costume Antico e Moderno di Tutti i Popoli), Florence, 1842
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Anthropology Antique Chile Concepcion Ferrrario Giulio Manners Nation Peoples Perouse Petticoats Shawls Skirts
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving, titled "Costumes of the People of Concepcion, Chile," showcases the traditional attire of the residents of Concepcion, a city located in the Biobio Region of Chile, South America. The image, taken from Giulio Ferrrario's comprehensive work "Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples" published in Florence, Italy, in 1842, offers a fascinating glimpse into the fashion and cultural practices of the region during the mid-19th century. The women in the photograph are dressed in full skirts, adorned with numerous petticoats, and wrapped in colorful shawls. The intricate patterns and vibrant hues of their garments reflect the rich textile traditions of the area. The shawls, which are worn draped over the shoulders and around the head, serve both as functional garments and decorative accessories. The image is believed to be based on an original observation by the French explorer La Perouse, who visited Chile in the late 18th century. The detailed and accurate representation of the costumes in the engraving underscores the meticulous research and attention to detail that went into Ferrrario's work. Anthropologists and historians continue to study the costumes of various peoples and nations as valuable sources of information about their history, customs, and social structures. This image of the people of Concepcion, Chile, offers a unique window into the past and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of South America.
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