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A woman dips a new born baby in a pond, birth
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A woman dips a new born baby in a pond, birth
A woman dips a new born baby in a pond, birth custom of Guinea.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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This handcolored lithograph, titled "Birth Custom of the Guinea Natives," depicts a profound moment in the life of a newborn baby and the community that welcomes him into the world. The image, taken from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published in Meissen around 1835-1840, provides a fascinating glimpse into the unique cultural practices of Guinea, a region located in West Africa. The photograph shows a woman, dressed in traditional African attire, gently dipping a freshly born baby into a clear, still pond. Surrounded by a group of curious onlookers, the woman performs this ancient birth custom, believed to cleanse the infant of any evil spirits and ensure good health and prosperity. The serene setting, with the sun setting in the background, adds an ethereal quality to the scene, further emphasizing the significance of this moment. The intricate details of the lithograph, from the intricately designed costumes to the expressive facial features of the people, offer a rich and authentic representation of the Guinea people and their customs. This image, as part of Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, is an essential contribution to the fields of ethnography and anthropology, providing valuable insights into the diverse and complex world of human cultures and traditions. The handcolored lithograph, with its vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail, invites viewers to explore the beauty and depth of this unique moment in time and the rich cultural heritage it represents. This powerful image serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring strength and resilience of human traditions, even as the world around them continues to change.
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