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A Grand Jamaica Ball or the Creolean Hop a la Muftee in Sanish Town, pub
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A Grand Jamaica Ball or the Creolean Hop a la Muftee in Sanish Town, pub
2630703 A Grand Jamaica Ball or the Creolean Hop a la Muftee in Sanish Town, pub. 1802 (hand coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23099418
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Colony Creole Fans Gallery Jamaica Jamaican Morals West Indian West Indies Colonial Life Headresses
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A Grand Jamaica Ball or the Creolean Hop a la Muftee in Sanish Town, pub. 1802 - A Vibrant Celebration of Colonial Life
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. This hand-coloured engraving from the 19th century takes us back to a time when Jamaican society was alive with music, dance, and cultural fusion. The scene depicts a grand ball held in Sanish Town, where people of different backgrounds come together to revel in the vibrant atmosphere. The image showcases men and women dressed elegantly in colonial attire, their colorful headresses adding an exotic touch to their outfits. Musicians play lively tunes while couples gracefully move across the dance floor. Children can be seen observing this spectacle with wide-eyed wonderment. In this snapshot of British colonial life in Jamaica, we witness the harmonious blending of cultures as black and white individuals joyously participate side by side. It is a testament to the rich diversity that thrived on this Caribbean island during that era. As we delve deeper into this enchanting artwork, it becomes clear that beyond its aesthetic appeal lies a social commentary on morality and customs. Mrs Roden stands prominently among the crowd; her fans symbolize her role as "custodi morum" or guardian of morals within Jamaican society. This print serves as both a historical document and an artistic masterpiece capturing an important moment in West Indian history. It invites us to reflect upon not only the beauty but also the complexities of colonial life through its intricate details and thought-provoking caric
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