Various Artists

Uses and Customs - Man From Mountain - Lithograph - 1862

1862

Uses and Customs - Man From Moscow is a lithograph on paper realized in 1862. The artwork belongs to the Suite Uses and customs of all the peoples of the universe: " History of the ...

Uses and Customs - Valachie is a lithograph on paper realized in 1862. The artwork belongs to the Suite Uses and customs of all the peoples of the universe: " History of the governm...

The lithograph titled "Mingrelien" depicts a man from Mingrelia (historically part of Western Georgia), showcasing traditional attire and daily activities typical for the region. Here are some insights: This 1844 handcoloured lithograph captures a Mingrelian man engaged in daily activities, part of Auguste Wahlen’s "Moeurs, Usages et Costumes de tous les Peuples de Monde." Published in Paris, the print vividly illustrates the traditional dress and lifestyle of Mingrelia, a region known for its rich cultural heritage within Georgia. The man is depicted carrying a basket of grapes, suggesting involvement in viticulture, which is a significant aspect of Georgian agricultural practices. His outfit is practical yet colorful, with a combination of a red tunic...

Title: "Traditional Attire of a Man from Mardin in 19th Century Lithograph" This lithograph, titled "Turc de Mardin," features a man from Mardin, a city in what is now Turkey. The i...