C B Low Collection

Cotton-Store and Coolies, Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Cotton-Store and Coolies, Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Workers at a cotton warehouse in what is now Mumbai, India]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Parsees of Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Parsees of Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Parsi men from what is now Mumbai, India]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Parsee Lady; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Parsee Lady; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Parsi woman and child, India]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Brahmin at Prayer; Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Brahmin at Prayer; Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Indian man performing Hindu prayers]. [From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Town Hall, Bombay; Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Town Hall, Bombay; Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Building in what is now Mumbai, India, designed by Colonel Thomas Cowper of the Bombay Engineers, completed in 1833]

Women of the Coast of Concan; Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Women of the Coast of Concan; Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Indian women at the entrance to a building]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Hill of Kennery; Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Hill of Kennery; Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Dwellings built into a hillside, Maharashtra, India]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Parsee Children, Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Parsee Children, Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Parsi children from what is now Mumbai, India]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Map of Bombay Area; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Map of Bombay Area; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Map showing the west coast of India, including Mumbai, (formerly Bombay), the island of Elephanta]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W

Christian Converts, Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Christian Converts, Bombay; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Indian women in what is now Mumbai]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Cotton Store, Bombay; Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Cotton Store, Bombay; Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Workers at a cotton warehouse in what is now Mumbai, India]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates

Hindoo Temple at Walkeshwur, on Malabar Hill; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. Creator: C. B. Low
Hindoo Temple at Walkeshwur, on Malabar Hill; Notes on Bombay and the Malabar Coast, 1875. [Hindu temple at Walkeshwar, (Baan Ganga Temple), Maharashtra, India]. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W

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"C B Low: Capturing the Essence of Bombay and the Malabar Coast in 1875" Step back in time with C. B. Low's remarkable collection of images that provide a glimpse into the vibrant world of Bombay and the Malabar Coast in 1875. From bustling cotton stores to serene prayer scenes, these captivating photographs offer a window into an era long gone. In "Cotton-Store and Coolies, Bombay, " we witness the energy of commerce as workers transport bales of cotton, highlighting the city's economic significance during this period. Meanwhile, "Parsees of Bombay" showcases members of this influential community known for their contributions to trade and philanthropy. The lens then turns towards individuals, capturing their unique stories within these landscapes. The striking image titled "Parsee Lady" presents a woman adorned in traditional attire, her presence exuding grace and elegance. In contrast, "Brahmin at Prayer" offers a moment frozen in time—a devout figure immersed in spiritual devotion. Moving beyond human subjects, Low also captures architectural marvels like the majestic "Town Hall. " This grand structure stands as a testament to colonial influence on Indian soil—an emblematic symbol blending Western design with local craftsmanship. Low's exploration extends beyond urban centers too; he delves into lesser-known aspects such as crime with his photograph titled "Thugs in the Jail of Aurungabad. " These haunting figures serve as reminders that even amidst beauty there exists darkness waiting to be unveiled. Shifting focus from people to nature itself, we encounter breathtaking vistas like the enchanting "Hill of Kennery. " Its lush greenery invites us to imagine what life was like before modernization transformed these landscapes forever. Children are not forgotten either; through his lens, Low immortalizes innocence and joy with his endearing depiction titled "Parsee Children. " Their youthful spirits radiate happiness against a backdrop filled with hope for future generations.