Un-Contacted Tribe Sees A Mirror
In this captivating video from 1976, Belgian anthropologist Jean-Pierre Dutilleux makes a profound first contact with the Toulambi tribe in Papua New Guinea. As he carefully unveils a mirror to the members of the tribe, their reactions are a blend of curiosity and astonishment, reflecting the complexities of encountering an unfamiliar object. The moment encapsulates the intersection of two worlds, as the Toulambi gaze into the mirror, exploring their own reflections with a mix of wonder and intrigue, revealing insights into identity and perception within a cultural context.
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Belgian anthropologist Jean-Pierre Dutilleux shows a mirror during first contact with Toulambi tribe in Papua New Guinea, 1976. pic.twitter.com/LBcITuwTnV
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