6-Antique Prints-SENEGALESE-CULTURE-TRADITIONAL-ATTIRE-Labrousse-Grasset-1797

(Senegalese Warrior, Juggler or Entertainer, Man, Woman, Sacrificing Priest, and Musicians) The first print depicts a Senegalese warrior, possibly a person of significance, dressed in ornate battle attire with a spear and shield, symbolizing martial prowess. The second print shows a Senegalese juggler or entertainer, likely in vibrant attire, performing with instruments or props, indicative of local entertainment. The third print portrays a Senegalese man in traditional clothing, with a staff, representing the local populace. The fourth print illustrates a Senegalese woman, adorned in traditional dress with a basket, depicting daily life. The fifth print captures a Senegalese sacrificing priest, in ceremonial garb, engaged in a religious ritual. The final print features Senegalese musicians, one with a string instrument and the other with a drum, under a thatched structure, celebrating the musical heritage.

Made by Labrousse after Jacques Grasset de Saint Sauveur.

Medium: Handcoloured line and aquatint etching on hand laid paper.

Sheet size: 20.5 x 26.1 cm (8.07 x 10.28 inch). Image size: 14.7 x 20.5 cm. (5.79 x 8.07 inch).

Condition: good, given age. Paper edges a bit irregular and brownish from binding. . General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully.

SENEGALESE-CULTURE-TRADITIONAL-ATTIRE-WARRIOR-JUGGLER-MAN-WOMAN-PRIEST-MUSICIANS | PCO-C27-20

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Costumes de Differents Pays …’ by Jacques Grasset de Saint Sauveur, c.1797.

Biography engraver: Labrousse was a late 18th. C. engraver from Bordeaux. .

Biography artist: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757-1810) was born as son of a diplomat in Montreal, Canada. He was exposed to varying cultures at an early age.