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Costumes of the Nogai people of the Caucasus mountains
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Costumes of the Nogai people of the Caucasus mountains
Costumes of the Nogai people of the Caucasus mountains.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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Anthropology Camel Caucasus Completegalleryofpeoplesintruepictures Ethnography Friedrichwilhelmgoedsche
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This handcolored lithograph showcases the traditional costumes of the Nogai people, an ethnic group originally from the Caucasus Mountains in Eastern Europe. The image, taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published in Meissen around 1835-1840, offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of this historic community. At the center of the composition, a regal Nogai princess is depicted, adorned in intricate gold and silver jewelry, a vibrant red headdress, and a long, flowing dress embroidered with elaborate patterns. She sits gracefully atop a camel, her expression serene and proud. To her left, a Nogaiman, or Nogai man, is shown in traditional attire, including a long, flowing tunic, a wide-brimmed hat, and a sword at his side. Intriguingly, a slavegirl is also featured in the scene, dressed in simple, plain clothing and carrying a water jug. This inclusion may reflect the complex social structures of the Nogai society, which was known for its nomadic lifestyle and warrior traditions. The meticulous attention to detail in this lithograph, with its vibrant colors and lifelike figures, offers a fascinating window into the customs and costumes of the Nogai people during this period. Ethnographers and anthropologists continue to study the Nogai people and their history, shedding light on the rich cultural traditions that have endured for centuries.
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