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c. 1880s India - group of country men, farmers?
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c. 1880s India - group of country men, farmers?
c. 1880s India - image from an album of Indian types and trades designed to illustrate India to a British viewer - group of country men - farmers?
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This evocative image captures a group of country men, possibly farmers, working together in rural India during the late 1880s. The photograph is an exquisite example of colonial-era ethnographic documentation, taken during the height of British rule in India. The image, captured on a wet collodion or albumen plate, transports us back in time to an era of traditional Indian life before the onset of modernization. The men, dressed in simple, cotton clothing, are seen engaged in a communal activity, perhaps a farming task or a social gathering. Their faces bear the marks of hard work and the sun-kissed landscape around them speaks volumes about the harsh realities of rural life in India during this period. The image offers a glimpse into the daily lives of the indigenous population, providing a cultural and historical record of a bygone era. The photograph is part of an album of Indian types and trades, designed to illustrate India to a British viewer. Such albums were popular among the colonial elite, who sought to document and categorize the diverse ethnicities and occupations of the Indian subcontinent. The image serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of India and the complex relationship between the colonial powers and the indigenous population during this period. The photograph's vintage aesthetic and the timeless quality of the image make it a valuable addition to any collection of Asian or colonial-era art. Its historical significance and the intriguing stories it tells make it a must-have for anyone interested in the history of India, colonialism, or ethnography.
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