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Man and woman of Hindostan or Hindustan, 1818
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Man and woman of Hindostan or Hindustan, 1818
Man and woman of Hindostan or Hindustan, 1818. The man wears a turban, tunic, sash and harem pants and holds a saber, the woman wears a veil, shawl and dress. A man rides an elephant howdah in the background. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Mary Anne Vennings A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World, Darton, Harvey and Darton, London, 1818. Venning wrote educational books on geography, conchology and mineralogy in the early 19th century
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1818 Anne Bonnet Countries Descriptions Educational Geographical Geography Georgian Headdress Hindostan Hindustan Kitchen Lace Normandy Present Principal Regency Tutor Venning
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving, titled 'Man and Woman of Hindostan or Hindustan,' is an exquisite illustration from Mary Anne Vennings' educational geography book, 'A Geographical Present being Descriptions of the Principal Countries of the World,' published in London by Darton, Harvey and Darton in 1818. The image showcases the rich cultural diversity of Hindostan or Hindustan, as it was known during the Regency and Georgian eras. The man in the foreground is depicted wearing traditional attire, including a turban, tunic, sash, and harem pants. He holds a saber, signifying his warrior status. The woman, adorned in a veil, shawl, and dress, embodies the grace and elegance of the region. Her headdress, reminiscent of a lace bonnet or a traditional Indian headdress, adds an intriguing contrast to her otherwise covered appearance. In the background, a man rides an elephant howdah, further emphasizing the exotic allure of the land. This engraving not only serves as a visual representation of the people and their costumes but also as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Hindostan or Hindustan during the early 19th century. Mary Anne Vennings was a prolific writer and educator, penning numerous works on geography, conchology, and mineralogy during this period. Her 'Geographical Present' series aimed to provide an accurate and engaging representation of the world, making it an essential resource for those seeking knowledge and understanding of various cultures and lands.
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