Negro Dance

Negro Dance

A drawing of a negro dance on a plantation, with the plantation house in the background. It may almost be said that Negro recreation is comprised in the word dancing. Parties to enjoy this favourite amusement are on the larger estates and on grand occasions, got up in a style which would surprise those who have heard of nothing but the extreme wretchedness of the Negro’s lot. At such times, he displays his best attire. The ladies generally prefer white muslin, with sometimes a petticoat of gay colours, and on the head a Madras handkerchief put on with considerable taste. The men appear in white jackets and trousers, but on commom occasions, the appearance of the company is such as is given in the sketch presented here.

Dancers; Dancing; Photographic Prints; Slaves; Dance

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