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Javelin thrower and page on horseback in fancy costume, labeled as 'Indian'
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Javelin thrower and page on horseback in fancy costume, labeled as 'Indian'

François Chauveau · 1670 · etching; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Flute player and page on horseback in fantasy costume, designated as 'Indian'. The costumes are very freely inspired by the clothing of the original inhabitants of America. The horse is also adorned with feathers.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Subjects
printboekillustratiedress-up partytournamentjoust, tilthorsefestivities
Credit lineSteekspeler en page te paard in fantasiekostuum, aangeduid als 'Indiens'. 1670. François Chauveau. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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