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A Mohammedan Servant, c1874-1876, (1965). Creator: Vasily Vereshchagin
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A Mohammedan Servant, c1874-1876, (1965). Creator: Vasily Vereshchagin
A Mohammedan Servant, c1874-1876, (1965). Portrait of an Indian man in a red turban. Bania, (also Baniya or Vanika), can be used to refer to a trader or merchant belonging to the Indian business class. Painting also known as Bania (Trader). Bombay. From " Russian Painting of the 18th and 19th Centuries" by Vladimir Fiala. [Artia, Czechoslovakia, 1965]
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Artia Fiala Merchant Mohammedan Moslem Moslems Muslim Muslims Trader Turban Turbans Vasili Vasili Vasilyevich Vasili Vasilyevich Vereshchagin Vasili Vasilyevich Wereschtschagin Vasili Vereshchagin Vasily Vasily Vasilyevich Vereshchagin Vasily Vereshchagin Vereschagin Vereshchagin Vladimir Vladimir Fiala Wereschtschagin Artistic Movement Hindoostan
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This photo print, titled "A Mohammedan Servant" captures the essence of 19th-century India through the skilled brushstrokes of Vasily Vereshchagin. The portrait showcases a distinguished Indian man adorned in a vibrant red turban, symbolizing his affiliation with the Bania community – an esteemed class of traders and merchants. Vereshchagin's painting, also known as "Bania (Trader)" provides a glimpse into the rich cultural tapestry of Bombay during this era. The artist masterfully portrays the subject's facial features, emphasizing his expressive eyes and meticulously groomed mustache. Through this attention to detail, Vereshchagin brings forth not only an individual but also a representation of an entire religious and business community. The artwork serves as a testament to Vereshchagin's commitment to realism, capturing both the physical appearance and spiritual depth of his subjects. With each brushstroke, he transports us back in time to witness life in Hindoostan through the lens of Islamic influence. As we gaze upon this striking image today, we are reminded that art has no boundaries when it comes to bridging cultures and eras. This particular piece from Vladimir Fiala's collection "Russian Painting of the 18th and 19th Centuries" allows us to appreciate Vasili Vasilyevich Vereshchagin's talent while immersing ourselves in India's diverse history.
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