Pictish man, from Admiranda Narratio..., engraved by Theodore de Bry (1528-98) 1585-88

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The "Pictish Man" is an engraving by Theodore de Bry, created between 1585 and 1588, based on a drawing by John White. This artwork is part of the larger series "Admiranda Narratio..." which translates to "A Wonderful Account," a collection of illustrations and descriptions documenting the indigenous peoples and landscapes encountered by European explorers in the New World. Theodore de Bry, a notable engraver and publisher of the late 16th century, is renowned for his detailed and imaginative depictions of the Americas, which were based on the accounts and sketches of explorers like John White.

John White was an English artist and early settler who participated in Sir Walter Raleigh's expeditions to the Americas. His drawings provided some of the earliest visual records of the indigenous peoples of North America. White's original sketches were later adapted and engraved by de Bry, who added his own artistic flair and European stylistic elements to the works, thus creating a blend of ethnographic documentation and imaginative interpretation.

The "Pictish Man" engraving is particularly significant as it reflects the European fascination with and misconceptions about the indigenous cultures they encountered. The term "Pictish" refers to the Picts, an ancient people who lived in what is now Scotland, but in the context of de Bry's work, it was used more broadly to describe the tattooed and body-painted appearance of the indigenous peoples depicted. This engraving, like many others in de Bry's series, played a crucial role in shaping European perceptions of the New World and its inhabitants, often blending factual observation with myth and fantasy.

The "Admiranda Narratio..." series, including the "Pictish Man," remains a valuable historical resource, offering insights into early colonial encounters and the ways in which these experiences were recorded and interpreted by European artists and publishers. The works of Theodore de Bry and John White continue to be studied for their artistic merit and their role in the history of exploration and cultural exchange.

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