Picturesque New Guinea (eBook)

J. W. Lindt (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
213 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654732151-4 (EAN)

Infos

In J. W. Lindt's 'Picturesque New Guinea,' readers are transported to the rugged and mysterious landscapes of New Guinea through a collection of stunning photographs. Lindt's detailed and vivid visual representations capture the essence of the indigenous people, their customs, and the untouched beauty of the land. This book is not only a visual feast but also a valuable historical document of a lesser-known part of the world. Lindt's artistic eye and attention to detail shine through in every page, providing a glimpse into a world that is both enchanting and unknown. The book serves as a rare and invaluable record of a bygone era. Lindt's exploration and documentation of New Guinea highlight his dedication to preserving vanishing cultures and landscapes. His passion for photography and travel is evident in every image captured in this book, making it a timeless piece of art and history. 'Picturesque New Guinea' is a must-read for anyone interested in photography, anthropology, or the beauty of untouched lands.

Autor

Johann Wilhelm (John William) Lindt, known commonly as J. W. Lindt, was an esteemed photographer of the late 19th century whose work extended to the exploration and documentation of landscapes and cultures then considered exotic by European audiences. Born in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, in 1845, he migrated to Australia in the 1860s where he eventually became an influential figure in the world of early Australian photography. Lindt's photographic journey culminated in the publication of one of his most notable works, 'Picturesque New Guinea' in 1887, which captured the essence of New Guinea's landscapes, inhabitants, and indigenous practices through the medium of photography. This seminal work is a testament to Lindt's dedication to his craft and his pioneering efforts to portray the rich and diverse tapestry of New Guinea with sensitivity and an artistic eye. His photographic style, characterized by its clarity, composition, and attention to detail, has granted him a lasting legacy in both the history of photography and ethnographic documentation. Scholars often examine 'Picturesque New Guinea' for its aesthetic and historical value, revealing much about the perspectives and attitudes of the time, as well as the technical prowess Lindt employed to communicate his insights through his lens. Sadly, Lindt's life came to a tragic end when he perished in the 1926 Australian shipwreck of the SS City of Sydney, but his work remains a valuable visual record of an era and a people seen through a colonial gaze. (Biskup, P., 'Not Slaves, Not Citizens: The Aboriginal Problem in Western Australia 1898-1954,' 1973; Moore, L., 'Photography: A Cultural History,' 2002.)

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Malerei / Plastik
• Schlagworte: 19th century exploration books • antique geographical accounts • classic travel literature • colonial adventure novels • Colonial era portraits • Cultural diversity depiction • Description and travel • Early ethnographic literature • Ethnographic exploration • ethnographic literature • Historical anthropological insights • historical Pacific narratives • Human spirit exploration • indigenous traditions • J. W. Lindt author • New Guinea exploration • Oceania cultural history • Papua • Papua New Guinea heritage • Papuans • photographic documentation • Victorian era travelogue • Visual representation of culture