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India - shop keeper, Shepherd and Robertson, 1860s
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India - shop keeper, Shepherd and Robertson, 1860s
19th century vintage photograph India - shop keeper
Shepherd and Robertson, 1860s
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1899 Asianj Collodion Colony Idian Orient Robertson Robes Samuel Bourne Shepherd Topography 1901 Albumen
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This vintage photograph, taken by Shepherd and Robertson in the late 19th century, offers a glimpse into the rich and diverse cultural landscape of India during the British colonial era. The image features three distinct figures: a shopkeeper, dressed in traditional Indian attire, seated before a wooden counter laden with various goods; a shepherd, clad in simple robes and cradling a staff, peering curiously into the shop; and a European man, likely a British army officer or traveler, dressed in the fashionable attire of the Victorian era, standing to the side. The architectural backdrop of the photograph adds to its historical significance, with a grand colonial-style building and a tranquil river scene visible in the background. The use of the wet collodion or albumen process imbues the photograph with a sense of timelessness and authenticity, transporting us back to an era of exploration, trade, and cultural exchange. The image also highlights the contrasting worlds that coexisted during this period: the traditional Indian way of life, represented by the shepherd and the shopkeeper, and the modern, imperial influence of the British Raj. The photograph serves as an important historical document, providing valuable insights into the social, economic, and cultural dynamics of India during the late 19th century.
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