Knielende Arowak of Caraïb before 1839

"Knielende Arowak of Caraïb" is a small terracotta sculpture by Dutch artist Gerrit Schouten, created before 1839. The sculpture depicts a kneeling Arowak or Caraïb man, a native people of South America, with detailed features. The work is characterized by its realistic portrayal of the human form, with a textured surface that captures the details of the figure's skin and the rough fabric of his loincloth. The sculpture is a testament to Schouten's skill in capturing the human form in a small format.