Sari Collection (page 5)

Sinhalese Woman, 1875 / 78. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Sinhalese Woman, 1875/78. A work made of albumen print

Untitled (Ceylon), 1875 / 79. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Untitled (Ceylon), 1875/79. A work made of albumen print

The Golden Temple, Benares, 1862 (pencil and w / c, with touches of white and gum arabic)
1196748 The Golden Temple, Benares, 1862 (pencil and w/c, with touches of white and gum arabic) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99)

Indian woman skiing at Davos, Switzerland (b / w photo)
6015508 Indian woman skiing at Davos, Switzerland (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian woman skiing at Davos, Switzerland)

? Raga: A kneeling man offers a book to a lady in a pavilion, c
6040504 ? Raga: A kneeling man offers a book to a lady in a pavilion, c.1800 (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 21.8x18.6 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

The bird Haunsa extolling the virtues of King Nala to Damayanti in her garden (colour litho)
5207384 The bird Haunsa extolling the virtues of King Nala to Damayanti in her garden (colour litho) by Varma, Raja Ravi (1848-1906); Private Collection; (add.info)

Group of Indian women, dancers, India, c. 1880s
Portrait of the group of Indian women, India, c.1880s

c. 1880s India Ceylon Sri Lanka - two young women

c. 1880s - young Indian Bengali woman, taken in Singapore
c. 1880s South East Asia - young Indian Bengali woman, taken in Singapore

c. 1880s India - young woman from Kandy Sri Lanka Ceylon

Gipsy Love by Basil Hood and Adrian Ross. First produced by George Edwardes at Dalys Theatre, London on 1 June 1912. Showing Harry Dearth, Sari Petrass and Robert Michaelis. Date: circa 1912

Young Indian woman, sari
19th century vintage photograph: Young Indian woman, sari

An old woman of high caste, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478570 An old woman of high caste, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vielle femme, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Shepherds, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478561 Shepherds, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bergers, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Mason or Builder, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478542 Mason or Builder, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: KollattoukkAren ou MaAzon, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Damayanti and the Swan, illustration from Indian Myth and Legend by Donald A
KW342894 Damayanti and the Swan, illustration from Indian Myth and Legend by Donald A. Mackenzie, published in 1913 (colour litho) by Goble

North American Indians, Indian and Oriental Costumes, South American Indians
CHT177053 North American Indians, Indian and Oriental Costumes, South American Indians and African and Moorish Costumes, from Costumes of Different Nations of Europe, Asia, Africa and America

Two village women and a buffalo in the village of Rania, c. 1816
BAL36334 Two village women and a buffalo in the village of Rania, c.1816 by Indian School, (19th century); Kyburg Limited, London, UK; Indian, out of copyright

One Thousand and One Nights, The Porter of Bagdad, c. 1900 (oil on canvas)
989241 One Thousand and One Nights, The Porter of Bagdad, c.1900 (oil on canvas) by Weeks, Edwin Lord (1849-1903); 97.8x70 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: One Thousand and One Nights)

Dancing Girl, early 19th century (gouache with gold and silver paint on paper)
1196790 Dancing Girl, early 19th century (gouache with gold and silver paint on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 28x18 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

A prince spying at the preparations of his mistress, c. 1800
6040523 A prince spying at the preparations of his mistress, c.1800 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Pahari School (18th century); 15x21.3 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A lady disconsolate, while the others play Holi, c. 1790 (opaque w / c
6040521 A lady disconsolate, while the others play Holi, c.1790 (opaque w/c, silver and gold on paper) by Pahari School (18th century); 20.5x15.7 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

The son of Bahadur Singh watches a nautch, c. 1800 (opaque w / c and gold on paper)
6040516 The son of Bahadur Singh watches a nautch, c.1800 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 31.3x43.5 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A woman in a swing, c. 1800 (opaque w / c and gold on paper)
6040512 A woman in a swing, c.1800 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Central Indian School, (19th century); 33.1x21.7 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A man climbing on the side of a palace spies gopis across a pond with a pagoda
6040478 A man climbing on the side of a palace spies gopis across a pond with a pagoda, 1605-20 (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (17th century); 14.7x21 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Abhisarika Nayika, c. 1820 (opaque pigments and gold on paper)
6040415 Abhisarika Nayika, c.1820 (opaque pigments and gold on paper) by Central Indian School, (19th century); 20x15 cm; San Diego Museum of Art, USA; (add.info.: From Madhya Pradesh)

Birth of Shakuntala (colour litho)
5207383 Birth of Shakuntala (colour litho) by Varma, Raja Ravi (1848-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birth of Shakuntala)

Pallis, the wood-carrier, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478562 Pallis, the wood-carrier, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pallis, Porteurs de bois, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Najar picture of a woman holding a fan and looking backwards over her shoulder
874514 Najar picture of a woman holding a fan and looking backwards over her shoulder, 1722 (opaque w/c & gold on paper) by Murad (fl.1722); 18.5 x9.8 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A woman cupping another, c. 1815 (opaque w / c on paper)
874046 A woman cupping another, c.1815 (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 24.2 x19.2 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Sari Maritza, actress in British films
Sari Maritza (1910-1987), actress in British films of the early 1930s. 1938

Damatanti Choosing a Husband, illustration from Indian Myth and Legend
KW342893 Damatanti Choosing a Husband, illustration from Indian Myth and Legend by Donald A. Mackenzie, published in 1913 (colour litho) by Goble

Different types of sari and clothes worn by Indian women. Woman of distinction in sari and veil seated on sofa, and woman of lower rank in short sari

Dance of the dancing-girls in Hindustan (chromolitho)
735801 Dance of the dancing-girls in Hindustan (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dance of the dancing-girls in Hindustan)

Wife of a Rajah, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478532 Wife of a Rajah, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Femme de RAdja, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Map showing the Disputed Frontier between Russian Turkestan and Afghanistan (engraving)
1590998 Map showing the Disputed Frontier between Russian Turkestan and Afghanistan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lady holding a bowl of roses, from the Small Clive Album (opaque w / c on paper)
STC201956 Lady holding a bowl of roses, from the Small Clive Album (opaque w/c on paper) by Mughal School (18th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; The Stapleton Collection; Indian

Basket Weavers, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478566 Basket Weavers, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kourraver, Vanniers, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

A Servant, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478553 A Servant, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shondra ou Serviteur, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Carpenter, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478541 Carpenter, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tatchen ou Charpentier, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Milk Sellers, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478536 Milk Sellers, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marchands de Lait, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Brahman women collecting water, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478531 Brahman women collecting water, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Femmes Brahmanes pusant de l eau, illustration from L Inde Francaise)

Krishna Stands Holding a Lotus Blossom, His Lover in a Pink Sari, c
1196912 Krishna Stands Holding a Lotus Blossom, His Lover in a Pink Sari, c. 1800 (gouache with gold paint on paper) by Indian School

The Young Ladys Toilet, plate 2 from Anglo Indians, engraved by J
STC82082 The Young Ladys Toilet, plate 2 from Anglo Indians, engraved by J. Bouvier, 1842 (litho) by Tayler, William (1808-92) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Mariammane, a Brahmin woman, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478574 Mariammane, a Brahmin woman, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Brahmine Mariammane, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Dancing Bayaderes, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478567 Dancing Bayaderes, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bayaderes Dansants, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Indian hunter with musket, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478557 Indian hunter with musket, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Veder ou Boyer, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Drug Merchant, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478552 Drug Merchant, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: CA'moutti ou Marchand de drogueries, illustration from L Inde Francaise)

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The sari, a timeless symbol of grace and elegance, has been an integral part of Indian culture for centuries. This traditional garment is not just a piece of clothing; it embodies the rich heritage and diversity of India. One can trace the origins of the sari back to ancient times, as depicted in the painting "Lakshmi" from 1894. Created by an unknown artist, this masterpiece showcases a princess adorned in a vibrant sari, listening to enchanting melodies played by female musicians. The intricate details on her attire reflect the craftsmanship that goes into making each sari unique. In Agra, India, another captivating scene unfolds with a sitar player draped in a colorful Rajasthani sari. The fabric's hues mirror the vibrancy found at every corner of this bustling city. From overhead views of fruit and vegetable markets to snapshots capturing daily life like "A Peep at the Train, " they are ubiquitous among women from all walks of life. Traveling through time brings us face-to-face with two Hindu women donning elaborate jewelry against palm tree backdrops in the 1860s-70s. Their saris serve as canvases for their individuality and cultural identity. Religious narratives also find expression within saris' folds; one such example is seen in Krishna Subduing Kaliya - where mythology comes alive through vivid illustrations on fabric inspired by Bhagavata Purana Series. No discussion about India would be complete without mentioning its architectural marvels like Taj Mahal. Here too, we witness women gracefully clad in saris paying homage to their heritage amidst breathtaking beauty. Beyond religion and architecture lies social diversity: A Parsi woman stands before a fire altar wearing her intricately patterned sari - representing yet another facet of Indian society's tapestry. Lastly, pilgrims embarking on journeys towards temples wear their humble yet elegant saris while seeking spiritual solace. These saris become a symbol of devotion and faith.