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Typical Riverside Scene on the great Irrawaddy - Women bathing and drawing water, 1900
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Typical Riverside Scene on the great Irrawaddy - Women bathing and drawing water, 1900
A Typical Riverside Scene on the great Irrawaddy - Women bathing and drawing water, 1900. From " Typical Photographs of Burma - Burmese Life and Scenes". [Rowe & Co. Ltd. Rangoon, 1900]
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Ayeyarwady Bathing Burma Burmese Collecting Irrawaddy Local People Myanmar Myanmarian Rowe And Co Rowe And Co Ltd Southeast Asia Typical Typical Photographs Of Burma Water Pot
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This print captures a typical riverside scene on the great Irrawaddy River in Burma, taken in 1900. The image showcases the daily lives of Burmese women as they engage in two essential activities - bathing and drawing water. The serene riverbank serves as their backdrop, with traditional boats gently floating on the calm waters. The women, dressed in traditional attire, gracefully balance large water pots on their heads while collecting water from the river. A child can be seen nearby, observing this age-old practice that has been passed down through generations. Their peaceful expressions reflect a deep connection to nature and an appreciation for simple pleasures. This photograph is part of a book titled "Typical Photographs of Burma - Burmese Life and Scenes" by Rowe & Co Ltd. , published in Rangoon during that era. It offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) and its people's harmonious relationship with their surroundings. As we admire this monochrome masterpiece, we are transported back to early 20th-century Southeast Asia, where life was intimately intertwined with rivers like the Irrawaddy. This image reminds us of the timeless beauty found within everyday moments and invites us to appreciate the traditions that have shaped societies throughout history.
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