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The Swedish Minstrels, at St. James's Hall, 1858. Creator: Smyth
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The Swedish Minstrels, at St. James's Hall, 1858. Creator: Smyth
The Swedish Minstrels, at St. James's Hall, 1858. The Swedish singers are represented as wearing the costumes peculiar to the peasantry of the principal provinces of their country...The most original figure of the group is the Laplander, identical in race with the earliest inhabitants of Sweden...Dalecarlia, one of the most important provinces of Sweden, is represented by three costumes - those of three different districts...The singer who wears the long white coat, blue waistcoat, and yellow smallclothes, is from the parish of Vingakor...The figure in a reclining position, attired in a short blue coat, long waistcoat, dark smallclothes, and boots, is from Smaland...Of the three remaining figures, that in the long dark coat, cap, yellow smallclothes, and shoes, shows the costume of Vermeland...The last two figures wear the costume of two different districts of the province of Skane...The series of entertainments which has been recently given by the Swedish singers at St. James's Hall has materially added to their reputation, and their approaching tour in the provinces is likely to prove successful'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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This photograph, titled "The Swedish Minstrels at St. James's Hall, 1858," showcases a vibrant and diverse group of Swedish performers, captured in their traditional costumes during a performance at the renowned St. James's Hall in London. The image features ten singers, each representing different provinces of Sweden, showcasing the unique attire and heritage of their respective regions. The most intriguing figure of the group is the Laplander, who is depicted in the far left corner of the photograph. His appearance is distinctly different from the other singers, reflecting his racial origins as one of the earliest inhabitants of Sweden. The singer in the white coat, blue waistcoat, and yellow smallclothes, represents Dalecarlia, one of the most significant provinces of Sweden. The singer in the short blue coat, long waistcoat, dark smallclothes, and boots, is from Smaland. The long dark coat, cap, yellow smallclothes, and shoes, worn by the next figure, signify the costume of Vermeland. The last two singers in the photograph represent two different districts of the province of Skane. Their costumes add to the rich tapestry of Swedish culture and tradition that is on display in this image. The series of performances given by the Swedish singers at St. James's Hall in 1858 has significantly boosted their reputation, and their upcoming tour in the provinces is expected to be a resounding success. This photograph serves as a testament to their talent and the enduring appeal of their traditional music and costumes.
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