Nepalese man C016 / 5891
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Nepalese man C016 / 5891
Nepalese man. A Bontava Kiranti of Nepal, aged 55 (circa 1840). Lithograph, Plate 32, from the scrapbook collection made by Hodgson, during his time as an employee of the Indian Civil Service (1818-1843). Natural History Museum, London, UK
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1840 Brian Houghton Hodgson Fifties Fifty Five Historic Indigenous Indigenous People Lithograph Native Nepal Nepalese Nineteenth Century Portrait Profile Tribe Victorian Native People Nepali
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph print showcases a Nepalese man named C016/5891, belonging to the Bontava Kiranti tribe of Nepal. Aged 55, this portrait provides a glimpse into the life and culture of indigenous people during the mid-19th century. The lithograph is part of an extraordinary scrapbook collection compiled by Brian Houghton Hodgson, an employee of the Indian Civil Service from 1818 to 1843. The profile view captures the essence and character of this historic figure, with his weathered face telling tales of wisdom and experience. Dressed in traditional attire, he represents the rich cultural heritage that has been passed down through generations in Nepal. As we delve into this image from Asia's past, we are transported back to a time when exploration and documentation were paramount. This photograph not only serves as a historical artifact but also highlights the Victorian fascination with distant lands and their native inhabitants. Preserved within the Natural History Museum in London, UK, this lithograph offers us insight into one man's story while shedding light on an entire community's way of life. It reminds us to appreciate and respect diverse cultures that have shaped our world throughout history.
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