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Street Scene, Mumbai, India
3788930 Street Scene, Mumbai, India; (add.info.: Street Scene, Mumbai, India. Colourised photograph from the early 20th century. Street sellers and cow drawn carts are visible.
British postcard.); Lebrecht History
Media ID 33392824
© Lebrecht History / Bridgeman Images
Bombay City Of Bombay Colonies Colony Mumbai Roads South Asia
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This print titled "Street Scene, Mumbai, India" takes us back to the early 20th century in the bustling city of Bombay. Colourised to bring life to a bygone era, this image captures the essence of daily life in colonial India. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, our eyes are drawn to the vibrant street sellers and their wares that line the roads. The air is filled with an array of scents - spices from nearby market stalls mingle with the aroma of freshly brewed chai. Carts pulled by gentle cows meander through the crowd, adding a touch of rural charm amidst urban chaos. The British postcard aesthetic adds another layer of historical significance to this photograph. It serves as a reminder of India's colonial past and its complex relationship with its imperial rulers. This street scene becomes not only a representation of everyday life but also a symbol of power dynamics and cultural exchange during that period. Mumbai, known then as Bombay, was at once a thriving metropolis and an integral part of Britain's empire in South Asia. Its streets were witness to countless stories - tales woven together by people from diverse backgrounds who called this city home. Through this image captured by Bridgeman Images for Lebrecht History, we are transported into an era where government buildings stood tall alongside humble dwellings; where history unfolded on every corner; where dreams collided with reality on these very streets. This print invites us to reflect on how much has changed since those times while acknowledging that traces of our shared history can still be found within Mumbai's modern-day landscape. It is both a testament to resilience and an invitation to explore further into India's rich tapestry woven over centuries along these very roads.
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