The twelfth model illustrates the houses and human life of the Tehuelche tribe Patagonia. Fabulous stories are told of their stature. They are, in fact, among the tallest people in the world. Their food is derived mainly from the chase. They clothe themselves in skins of animals, and their women are expert not only in dressing hides, but also in decorating them with patterns of various colors. For a home the Tehuelches cover a framework of sticks with a number of skins together. These shelters, generally open in front, are called toldos, and the furniture consists of only a few rude appliances. In this exhibition are shown a tent in process of construction, a finished tent, and a temporary shelter. Men and Women are engaged in the various industrial activities of the tribe - dressing hides, curing meat, and erecting the tent.
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