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Tumnie (turning up lands), 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617931 Tumnie (turning up lands), 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Plate 3 from The Planting & Manufacture of Indigo in India 29 Photographic views, Allahabad 1877
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Media ID 25133728
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Allahabad Attar Pradesh Behar Bihar British Empire British Imperialism Crop Cultivation Digging Fields Indigo Manufacture Oscar Mallitte Overseer Plantation Planting Spade
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of Tumnie (Turning Up Lands) by Oscar Jean Baptiste Mallitte, an exquisite 1877 albumen silver print from Bridgeman Images. This fine art masterpiece, part of the Media Storehouse range, showcases the artist's exceptional skill in capturing the essence of nature with intricate details and stunning tonal range. Tumnie, also known as "The Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog," invites viewers to explore the vast expanse of the landscape and appreciate the delicate balance between the human figure and the natural world. Bring this timeless work of art into your home and elevate your space with its captivating allure.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The captivating print titled "Tumnie (turning up lands), 1877" by Oscar Jean Baptiste Mallitte takes us back in time to the era of British imperialism in India. This albumen silver print, housed at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, USA, is a remarkable documentation of colonialism and its impact on Indian agriculture. In this image, we witness an overseer standing amidst a vast plantation colony, overseeing native workers engaged in digging and cultivation. The scene exudes both the industriousness of commerce and the oppressive nature of colonial rule. Rows upon rows of indigo fields stretch into the distance as these laborers tirelessly hoe and spade the land. Mallitte's photograph captures not only the physical act of planting but also symbolizes the larger narrative of British imperial control over India's agricultural industry. The meticulous detail showcased here reveals how indigo dye manufacture became a significant part of British economic interests during that period. This photo serves as a poignant reminder of India's complex history under British rule – one marked by exploitation and resistance alike. It invites contemplation on themes such as power dynamics, cultural assimilation, and indigenous resilience against foreign dominance. Through Mallitte's lens, we are transported to an important chapter in world history where photography becomes a powerful tool for documenting social realities and shedding light on forgotten narratives.
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