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Costumes of Western India, Purdasi milkwoman, 1876. Creator: Unknown
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Costumes of Western India, Purdasi milkwoman, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Costumes of Western India, Purdasi milkwoman, 1876. Woman in....ordinary attire...belonging to the humbler orders of native society...Among the castes who sell milk, they aid in attending on the female buffaloes, prepare the milk, and carry it to market. To prevent, however, the necessity of their mingling too freely with the soldiery, the men themselves carry the milk to the camps, while their wives milk the buffaloes and conduct them to pasture...copied, by permission of Dr. George Burdwood, from a collection of drawings in the Museum of the India Government Office'. From "Illustrated London News", 1876
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Back View Dairy Worker Milk Milkmaid Rear View Sari Hindoostan
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This photograph, titled "Costumes of Western India, Purdasi Milkwoman, 1876," showcases a woman in "ordinary attire" belonging to the humbler orders of native society in India. The image, copied from a collection of drawings in the Museum of the India Government Office, provides a glimpse into the daily life of a dairy worker during the 19th century. Among the castes who sold milk, these women played a crucial role in attending to the female buffaloes, preparing the milk, and conducting them to pasture. To maintain social order and prevent unnecessary interaction with the soldiery, the men were responsible for delivering the milk to the camps, while their wives carried out the milking and related tasks. The milkwoman in this photograph is depicted in a full-length, rear view, wearing a traditional Indian sari. The intricate details of her attire are evident, with the sari draped elegantly around her body, revealing the rich textures and colors characteristic of Indian clothing during this era. This engraved image, published in the "Illustrated London News" in 1876, offers a fascinating insight into the traditional dress and occupations of the people of India during the British colonial period. The photograph's timeless beauty and historical significance make it an essential addition to any collection focusing on 19th-century apparel, art, and cultural traditions.
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