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Old Engraving of Mexican Festivities and Rituals in the Age of Discovery, 1794
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The engraving provided is titled "The Rejoicings of the Mexicans, at the beginning of the Age." It was included in Portlock’s "New Collection of Voyages and Travels," published in 1794, and printed by Alex Hogg at the King's Arms, No. 16 Paternoster Row, London.
Description: The scene captures a celebratory moment, likely a festival or a ritual, among the indigenous Mexican population. The central figures are engaged in a dance, surrounded by others who are playing musical instruments, such as drums. The attire of the figures, along with their dynamic poses, suggests a moment of significant cultural importance, possibly a ceremony or a rite related to a calendar event or a religious observance.
In the background, there is an elaborate structure that resembles a temple or a palace, which adds a sense of place and suggests the importance of architecture and ceremony in the society being depicted. The presence of palm trees indicates a tropical setting, consistent with the geography of Mexico.
This type of engraving would have been created based on drawings or descriptions brought back by travelers or explorers. It aims to depict the customs and lifestyle of people encountered during voyages of exploration, and reflects a European perspective of the time on non-European cultures. The engraving is an example of the type of illustration that would help readers visualize the narratives contained within the travel accounts.
- Dimensions:Height: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Width: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1794
- Condition:Good condition. Visible signs of aging such as edge wear, paper browning, and foxing spots (outside the image) are apparent. Most wear and creases around the edges. Thin paper. Please study the image carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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