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Large group of workers Indian tea plantation, India
Vintage 19th century photograph: large group of workers Indian tea plantation, children, baskets of tea
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This vintage photograph, captured in the late 19th century, offers a glimpse into the daily life of a large group of workers at an Indian tea plantation. The image is filled with a sea of people, mostly men and women, all dressed in traditional attire, engaged in various tasks related to tea production. The women, some carrying infants on their backs, are seen sorting and packing the freshly plucked tea leaves into woven baskets. Children, some as young as five or six years old, are also present, helping their parents or playing nearby. The ethnographic richness of this scene is evident in the diverse ethnicities and tribes represented in the group. The workers, with their distinct facial features and clothing, reflect the cultural heritage and ethnic diversity of India during this period. The plantation, located in the lush green hills, is a testament to the hard work and resilience of the indigenous people who toiled under the hot sun to produce the world's finest tea. This photograph offers a unique insight into the historical context of tea production in India during the 1870s, 1880s, 1890s, and early 1900s. The image is a reminder of the important role that the indigenous people played in shaping the tea industry and preserving their traditional ways of life in the face of modernization and globalization.
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