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Tumnie (turning up lands), 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617931 Tumnie (turning up lands), 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Plate 3 from The Planting & Manufacture of Indigo in India 29 Photographic views, Allahabad 1877
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Media ID 25133728
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Allahabad Attar Pradesh Behar Bihar British Empire British Imperialism Crop Cultivation Digging Fields Indigo Manufacture Oscar Mallitte Overseer Plantation Planting Spade
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Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
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The captivating print titled "Tumnie (turning up lands), 1877" by Oscar Jean Baptiste Mallitte takes us back in time to the era of British imperialism in India. This albumen silver print, housed at the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles, USA, is a remarkable documentation of colonialism and its impact on Indian agriculture. In this image, we witness an overseer standing amidst a vast plantation colony, overseeing native workers engaged in digging and cultivation. The scene exudes both the industriousness of commerce and the oppressive nature of colonial rule. Rows upon rows of indigo fields stretch into the distance as these laborers tirelessly hoe and spade the land. Mallitte's photograph captures not only the physical act of planting but also symbolizes the larger narrative of British imperial control over India's agricultural industry. The meticulous detail showcased here reveals how indigo dye manufacture became a significant part of British economic interests during that period. This photo serves as a poignant reminder of India's complex history under British rule – one marked by exploitation and resistance alike. It invites contemplation on themes such as power dynamics, cultural assimilation, and indigenous resilience against foreign dominance. Through Mallitte's lens, we are transported to an important chapter in world history where photography becomes a powerful tool for documenting social realities and shedding light on forgotten narratives.
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