Ethnographic Collection (#11)

Chinese actors in costume, China, c. 1880 s
Chinese actors in costume, China, c.1880 s

c. 1880s Japan - Japanese fireman

c. 1880s Japan - wooden houses Chuzenji Road Nikko
c. 1880s Japan - wooden houses on the Chuzenji Road at Nikko

Street in Aplichow, Aberdeen, Hong Kong c. 1960 s
Street in Aplichow, near Aberdeen, Hong Kong c.1960 s

Children Buddhist bronze idols, Tokyo, Japan, c. 1880 s
Children in front of Buddhist bronze idols, Tokyo, Japan, c.1880 s

Chinese perfomers, girl palying a flute, China, c. 1890 s
Chinese perfomers, girl palying a flute, China, c.1890 s

Hindu crowd bathing in the Ganges, India, c. 1880 s
Hindu crowd bathing in the Ganges, India, c.1880 s

Doseh or treading ceremony, Egypt, c. 1880
Doseh or treading ceremony, Egypt, c.1880 Doseh, a religious ceremony formerly practised in Egypt. The participatants lay down on their faces side by side, and their sheikh then rode over the bodies

Men smoking hookah pipes outside a Turkish cafe, Turkey. c. 1880 s
Men smoking hookah pipes outside a Turkish cafe, Turkey. c.1880 s

Street in Tientsin, China c. 1900
Street in Tientsin, China c.1900

Jewellers, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), c. 1880 s
Jewellers, Ceylon (Sri Lanka), c.1880 s

Turkish beggars, Constantinople, Istanbul, Turkey, c. 1890
Group of Turkish beggars, Constantinople, Istanbul, Turkey, c.1890

Sphinx, pyramid and camels, Egypt, c. 1890s
Sphinx, pyramid and camels, Egypt, c.1890s

Indigenous African group, South Africa, c. 1900
Indigenous African group, South Africa, c.1900

Damascus Gate, Jerusalem, Palestine, Israel, c. 1890
Damascus Gate, Jerusalem, Palestine, Israel, Holy Land, c.1890

Portrtaits of people from Malta, Maltese
Late 19th century photograph: Portrtaits of people from Malta, Maltese

View of the city of Seoul, Korea across Han River
Early 20th century photograph: view of the city of Seoul, Korea across Han River

Two geishas, one reading, with stove a tea set. Japan
Late 19th century photograph: Two geishas, one reading, with stove a tea set. Japan

Female street singer with samisen, shamisen, torioi, Japan
Late 19th century photograph: Female street singer with samisen, shamisen, torioi, Japan

Jinrikisha, rickshaw and geishas, Japan
Late 19th century photograph: Jinrikisha, rickshaw and geishas, Japan

Fruit and vegetable stall, shop, Japan
Late 19th century photograph: Fruit and vegetable stall, shop, Japan

Oxen transporting wood, Korea, c. 1910
Early 20th century photograph: Oxen transporting wood, Korea, c.1910

Rock cut elephant, Ellora caves, India
Late 19th century vintage photograph: Rock cut elephant, Ellora caves, India

Ainu, Aino men from Hokkaido Japan, Von Stillfried studio
Ainu, Aino men from Hokkaido Japan, Raimund von Stillfried studio, 1870 s

Carpenters, boat builders at work, Japan
Late 19th century vintage photograph: Carpenters, boat builders at work, Japan

Large group of Indian women with headcarves, India
Late 19th century vintage photograph: Large group of Indian women with headcarves, India

Northern India, group, Tibetan, Nepalse, Bhutia?
Late 19th century vintage photograph: Northern India, group, Tibetan, Nepalse, Bhutia?

Japanese man in outdoor shoes and with umbrella, Japan
Late 19th century vintage photograph: Japanese man in outdoor shoes and with umbrella, Japan

Pagodas, Rangoon, Yangon, Burma, Myanmar
Late 19th century vintage photograph: Pagodas, Rangoon, Yangon, Burma, Myanmar

Horse and carriage, hackney, passenger vehicle, Italy
Late 19th century vintage photograph: Horse and carriage, hackney, passenger vehicle, Italy

British cavalry officers, at the Sphinx, Egypt
Vintage photograph: British army mounted soldiers, cavalry officers, at the Sphynx, Egypt, early 20th century

Sinai - group of Bedouin at the Convent of St Katherine, Catherine
Vintage 19th century photograph: Sergeant James McDonald (active 1865-9). Ordnance survey of the Peninsula of Sinai by the Royal Engineers - group of Bedouin at the Convent of St Katherine, Catherine

Large crowd in ceremonial bathing, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: large crowd in ceremonial bathing, India

Camel cart or carriage, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: camel cart or carriage, India

Tibetan Lama, photographed in northern India
Vintage 19th century photograph: Tibetan Lama, photographed in northern India. Lama is a title for a teacher of the Dharma in Tibetan Buddhism

Curio sellers, probably Tibetan, northern Inida
Vintage 19th century photograph: curio sellers, probably Tibetan, photographed in northern Inida

Workers in a tea factory on a plantation, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: workers in a tea factory on a plantation, India

Plantation workers on an Indian tea estate
Vintage 19th century photograph: plantation workers on an Indian tea estate

Plantation workers picking tea, India or Ceylon, Sri Lanka
Vintage 19th century photograph:large group of plantation workers picking tea, India or Ceylon, Sri Lanka

Religious rock carving, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: religious rock carving, India

festival car, a religious holiday proecession, Japan
Vintage 19th century photograph: festival car in a large crowd, a religious holiday proecession, Japan

Large group of workers Indian tea plantation, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: large group of workers Indian tea plantation, children, baskets of tea

Troupe of Burmese performers, British India
Vintage 19th century photograph: troupe of Burmese performers, actors and musicians, British India

Group of prisoners in shackles, irons, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: group of prisoners in shackles, irons, India

Festival procession car with carved statue, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: festival procession car with carved statue, India

Large group of Indian men and children
Vintage 19th century photograph: large group of Indiam men and children

Man in winter costume, clothing, Japan
Vintage 19th century photograph: man in winter costume, probably the work of the Japanese studio of Shimooka Renjo

New Zealand - Maori family group at Atene, Whanganui
Vintage 19th century photograph: New Zealand - Maori family group outside a house at Atene, Whanganui

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"Exploring Ethnographic Treasures: A Glimpse into Diverse Cultures Around the World" Step back in time to 1880s Australia, where Sydney streets were adorned with steam-powered trams, a testament to the city's progressive spirit. Journey further east to Southeast Asia's Philippines, and witness the vibrant lives of girls and women as they navigate their daily routines amidst bustling communities. In New Zealand's Raroera Pah, encounter a fascinating Tiki, an emblematic figure that holds deep cultural significance for the indigenous Maori people. Prepare yourself for an extraordinary feast as Charles E Gordon Frazer unveils his captivating depiction of a Cannibal Feast - a chilling reminder of ancient rituals practiced in some corners of our world. Marvel at the intricate Winter count on buffalo robe through a mesmerizing color lithograph. This Native American tradition tells stories through symbols etched onto animal hides, preserving history in unique ways. Venture into Lebanon's Holy Land and observe a humble peasant enjoying his hookah pipe - an embodiment of timeless customs passed down through generations. Immerse yourself in the vibrant street scene at Hyderabad's Charminar in India. Witness its lively atmosphere filled with colorful stalls and locals going about their day-to-day activities. Travel to Georgia's Tiflis-Tblisi region and encounter donkeys carrying heavy loads while Armenian culture thrives nearby - showcasing the rich tapestry of this diverse Caucasian landscape. Uncover America's ethnographic map, revealing countless cultures coexisting within its vast borders - highlighting both unity and diversity across this great nation. Visit London’s Horniman Museum at Forest Hill; it houses an impressive collection celebrating global cultures – offering visitors glimpses into far-off lands without leaving British soil Embark on a camel train journey near Egypt’s iconic pyramids at Giza.