Sari Collection (page 6)

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)

Makers of domestic utensils, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478554 Makers of domestic utensils, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Noroungati, faiseurs d Ustensiles de menage)

A Potter, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478540 A Potter, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kouchaven ou Potier, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

An Oil Merchant, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478538 An Oil Merchant, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: EnnaivAniyen, ou Marchand d huile, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

A king and courtiers listen to a musician, c. 1750 (opaque w / c and gold on paper)
6040508 A king and courtiers listen to a musician, c.1750 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Central Indian School, (18th century); 17.2x27.9 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A nayika longing for her beloved, c. 1790 (opaque w / c and gold on paper)
6040525 A nayika longing for her beloved, c.1790 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Mola Ram (1760-1833); 23.5x16.8 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

A ruler pulling a lock of hair of a lady who holds on to a tree, c
6040518 A ruler pulling a lock of hair of a lady who holds on to a tree, c.1705 (opaque w/c and gold on paper) by Pahari School (18th century); 20.7x15 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Gormalar Ragini, c. 1740 (gouache and gold paint on paper)
1196847 Gormalar Ragini, c. 1740 (gouache and gold paint on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 30.9x23.1 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Water Carriers of the Ganges, c. 1885 (oil on canvas)
1066516 Water Carriers of the Ganges, c.1885 (oil on canvas) by Weeks, Edwin Lord (1849-1903); 62.2x92.7 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; Dallas Art Association Purchase; American

Little Indian girl (b / w photo)
3096244 Little Indian girl (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little Indian girl. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Jaffina Tamil, c. 1870-90 (albumen print)
622778 Jaffina Tamil, c.1870-90 (albumen print) by Scowen & Co, Charles T (fl. c.1870-90); 13.9x9.7 cm; Private Collection; eMichael Graham-Stewart; British, out of copyright

Nautch girls (dancing girls), 1890s (b / w photo)
JHL394951 Nautch girls (dancing girls), 1890s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Gardeners cultivating vegetables, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478549 Gardeners cultivating vegetables, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jardiniers, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Latchimi, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478573 Latchimi, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

Stonemasons, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478555 Stonemasons, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caroumans, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

A Paraiyar Cook, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478547 A Paraiyar Cook, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cuisinier Paria, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle)

A standing woman in floral patterned white sari, a peacock-plume patterned cloak
6040494 A standing woman in floral patterned white sari, a peacock-plume patterned cloak, 18th century (opaque w/c on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 20x12.8 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Vegetable and Spice Market at Benares, c. 1840 (gouache on paper)
NUL166693 Vegetable and Spice Market at Benares, c.1840 (gouache on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Indian, out of copyright

Radha and Krishna, enraptured by each others beauty, c. 1785
1196869 Radha and Krishna, enraptured by each others beauty, c.1785 () by Indian School, (18th century); 19x13.3 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Portrait of a Lady Holding a Lotus, c. 1740-1750 (w / c on pink coloured paper)
1196695 Portrait of a Lady Holding a Lotus, c. 1740-1750 (w/c on pink coloured paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 35x26.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian

Six Gopis, c. 1800 (gouache with gold paint on black cotton)
1196827 Six Gopis, c. 1800 (gouache with gold paint on black cotton) by Indian School, (18th century); 203x242 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

A Fete Day at Bekanir-Beloochistan, Bekanir, (oil on canvas)
989938 A Fete Day at Bekanir-Beloochistan, Bekanir, (oil on canvas) by Weeks, Edwin Lord (1849-1903); 140.9x187.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Fete Day at Bekanir-Beloochistan, Bekanir)

An Arab Scene, 1884-89 (oil on canvas)
989573 An Arab Scene, 1884-89 (oil on canvas) by Weeks, Edwin Lord (1849-1903); 46.3x33 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Arab Scene. Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903). Oil on canvas

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Three East Indian women carrying water back to the workers in the sugar fields of Trinidad. Circa December 1946

Stepping out with Jayachandran L - R Margaret Boalch, Barbara Phoenix, Lisa Pratt, Wendy Reany, young Amii Boalch and Catherine Elliott. 11th July 1990

Dame Edith Evans and Mona Hammond who both star in the play Black Girl In Search of God at the Mermaid Theatre. 5th February 1968

Prince Charles pays Prime Minister Mrs Indira Gandhi a visit at her home in New Delhi, India November 1980 R80 6735

Mahatma Gandhi leader of the anti Imperial movement in India during the 1930s, for Independence picture with some of his followers shortly before he was killed. Circa 1948

Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi seen here in here office in the Parliament building in New Delhi July 1971 71 6279

Cataracs dim the eyes of the old flower seller who sits at the enterance of Gandis grave. July 1971

Dancers perform a traditional stick dance at the Hindu Temple, Merches Place, Grangetown, to celebrate the Hindu new year or Dilwali - 8th November 1980

Cardiff - Religion - Old - Women with simple offerings to the gods at the Shareeswaminarayan Temple in Grangetown, Cardiff, to ensure a good start to the Hindu New Year or Diwali - 4th November 1994

Dancers perform the Garba Dance at the Hindu Temple, Merches Place, Grangetown, to celebrate the Hindu new year or Dilwali - 8th November 1980

Cataracs dim the eyes of the old flower seller who sits at the enterance of Gandis grave. July 1971

Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi seen here in here office in the Parliament building in New Delhi July 1971 71 6279

Roshanara performs in a scene from the play Kisenet. Circa 1912

Women who work as water carriers seen here at the Durgapur steel works in West Bengal, India. February 1961 l

Women water carriers seen here at the Durgapur steel works in West Bengal, India. February 1961 l

Woman seen here making tea for the workers at the Durgapur steel works in West Bengal, India. February 1961 l

Women water carrier seen here making tea for the workers at the Durgapur steel works in West Bengal, India. February 1961 l

"Marcella"at the window in a scene from 3 Spoonfuls at the Criterion
" Marcella" at the window in a scene from 3 Spoonfuls at the Criterion Theatre. April 1915 P000285

Muslim Religious Service. June 1960 M4300-013

A lady on a terrace with hookah and falcon, 20th century. Creator: Unknown
A lady on a terrace with hookah and falcon, 20th century. Attributed to a follower of Har Jaimal

Court Ladies Playing with Fireworks, ca. 1740. Creator: Muhammad Afzal
Court Ladies Playing with Fireworks, ca. 1740. Attributed to Muhammad Afzal

Worship of Shri Nathji, ca. 1700. Creator: Unknown
Worship of Shri Nathji, ca. 1700

A sick man surrounded by his family, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
A sick man surrounded by his family, 18th century

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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.