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Mullahs or Boatmen, Mussulmans, Lahore, from The People of India, by J
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Mullahs or Boatmen, Mussulmans, Lahore, from The People of India, by J
STC439691 Mullahs or Boatmen, Mussulmans, Lahore, from The People of India, by J. Forbes Watson, published 1868 (albumen print) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22369428
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Boatman Boatmen Crouching Mullah Muslims Mussulman Mussulmans Sepia Photo Sepia Photograph Turbans B W Photo Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Mullahs or Boatmen, Mussulmans, Lahore" takes us back in time to 19th century India. The image showcases a group of Muslim men dressed in traditional attire, seated and crouching on a boat. Their distinct turbans add an element of cultural richness to the composition. The sepia tones lend a nostalgic feel to this oval-shaped albumen print captured by an English photographer named J. Forbes Watson in 1868. The attention to detail is evident as every fold of their garments and expression on their faces are beautifully preserved. Intriguingly, the photo blurs the line between religious leaders (mullahs) and ordinary boatmen (boatman), highlighting the diversity within the Muslim community at that time. It offers a glimpse into daily life along the riverside city of Lahore. This remarkable portrait not only captures individual personalities but also provides insight into historical fashion trends and customs prevalent during that era. As we admire this piece from a private collection known as The Stapleton Collection, we can't help but appreciate its timeless beauty and significance. Bridgeman Images has once again brought forth an extraordinary piece of art through this photograph - one that invites us to reflect upon history while celebrating cultural diversity and heritage.
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