Native of Dutch Guiana in traditional folk dress 1930s.
The three Guianas – British, Dutch and French – are the only South American countries under European domination; all the others are independent republics. Many of the Negroes of Dutch Guiana have retreated to the bush, where they have reverted to African tradition.
Illustration by Jo Bartas
Free Ebook: Rebel destiny; among the bush Negroes of Dutch Guiana (1934)
Discover more from World4 Costume Culture History
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.