Caste Collection (page 4)

Brahman head; mural from the Buddhist monastery of Douldour-aqour, Xinjiang province
BRAHMAN, 6th CENTURY A.D. Brahman head; mural from the Buddhist monastery of Douldour-aqour, Xinjiang province

Harvester Ant (Messor bouvieri) adult, median worker carrying seed back to nest, Montagne de la Clape, Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, May

English countrywoman carrying basket of chickens and wearing apron over plain clothes (right). On left is a lady of the Court with fur-trimmed coat over embroidered dress

Brahmins Worship In India
Kalighat, India: c. 1948 Brahmins worship in the Kalighat temple. Brahmins are the highest caste of HIndus, with their mark of distinciton being the piece of string seen in the hand of

From Half-Caste and Spanish: Castizo. Oil on canvas

A meena of Jajur
Meenas are a caste of Hindus. A man with a bow in one hand and an arrow in the other with a quiver slung across his back. He is dressed in white with a turban on his head

Africa, West Africa. Termite nest in the Western African forest

INDIA: BRAHMIN. Brahmin carrying an iron collar. Wood engraving, 19th century

INDIA: BRAHMINS. Brahmins dragging chains. Wood engraving, 19th century

INDIA: BRAHMIN. Brahmin hanging by his feet above a fire which he supplies with wood. Wood engraving, 19th century

INDIA: BRAHMIN. Brahmin chained to the foot of a tree. Wood engraving, 19th century

A HINDU PEASANT. Line engraving from Carsten Niebuhrs Beschreibung von Arabien, 1774-78

MISSIONARY IN INDIA, 1832. The Rev. J. Thomas Putting to Shame the Bramins & Exciting the Ridicule of the People at Idol Worship. Line engraving, American, 1832

BRAHMIN BULL. The zebu, or Brahmin bull (Bos indicus). Line engraving, English, late 19th century

Peasant Family - Kashmir - India
A beautiful very early photographic postcard showing a peasant Family in Kashmir, Northern India. There are three simple spinning wheels in the foreground

Vegetable Vendor - Bombay, India
Vegetable Vendor - Mumbai (Bombay), India Date: circa 1930s

Maratha Family, India
A superb photographic postcard depicting a Maratha Family. A Maratha is a member of one of the major Hindu Kshatriya (warrior) groups (castes)

Ancient Brahmans
A drawing of Brahmans from a fresco found in a cave at Ajanta. Date: 2nd century BC

Racial / India / Rajah Etc
A group of upper caste Indians, including a Rajah of Delhi and a student Brahman Date: 19th century

Bishnoi shepherd, close-up of head, carrying sheep on shoulders, Thar Desert, Rajasthan, India

Bishnoi woman wearing veil, close-up of head, Thar Desert, Rajasthan, India

Soldier ant jaws, SEM
Soldier ant jaws. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a leaf-cutter ant (Atta sexdens). This is a soldier ant

Ant with fungus, SEM
Ant with fungus. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a leaf-cutter ant (Atta sexdens) with a piece of fungus. This ant cuts leaves from foliage

Termite mound and castes. Termites are eusocial colonial insects mostly found in the tropics. The mound (background) is a combination of mud and chewed wood and can be several metres high

Mons Meg Cannon - Edinburgh Caste. A medieval weapon of mass destruction (!) made to the order of Philip III, Duke of Burgundy circa 1449 and sent as a gift to King James II of Scotland

By the Roadside - Madhya Pradesh - India
Men women and children, some carrying wrapped goods on their heads, pose for a picture on the roadside in Madhya Pradesh Province, India. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts Date: circa 1940s

Maratha Caste in India - Musicians
Individuals of the Maratha Caste in India singing Bhujan or religious hymns. There are a whole host of men, women, and children, some with instruments

Manure Dryers / Collectors - Madras, India
Indian manure collectors and dryers. The manure was collected off the streets, worked into brickettes, dried in the sun and then sold for fuel in place of wood and coal to the local populace

Street sweeper, northern India, India, Asia

View from the fort to the blue quarter of Brahmin caste residents, Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India

Ww1 Guadelupe Soldier
A half-caste native of Guadelupe, West Indies, serving with the French army in World War One

Ww1 Tunisian Soldier
Selim ben Hamed, a Tunisian half-caste fighting with the French during World War One

Florence Gerard
FLORENCE GERARD actress as the hon. mrs George d Alroy in Caste. She later married American actor Henry Abbey. Date: CIRCA 1883

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"Caste: Unveiling the Complexities of Social Hierarchy and Cultural Diversity" Step into the enchanting Cardigan Castle in Wales, where echoes of ancient traditions resonate. Explore the tale of Ekalavya and Drona, a story that delves into the intricate web dynamics. Marvel at the wood engravings from the 19th century depicting Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva - three chief Hindu gods who hold sway over this deeply ingrained social structure. Venture to Jodhpur's blue town, where vibrant colors blend with architectural wonders. Witness Brahmin girls gracefully adorned in their traditional attire, embodying centuries-old customs. Uncover the valorous Rawat warrior caste - Brahmin Rajput warriors whose lineage is steeped in honor and bravery. Journey to Bombay (Mumbai), India, where Prabhu caste Brahmins thrive amidst bustling city life. Gaze upon a High Caste Brahmin woman as she exudes grace and dignity while upholding age-old traditions. Encounter Marwari Caste girls embracing their heritage with pride in every step they take. Immerse yourself in religious costumes that represent different castes within Hindu society - from distinguished members of one of four castes to revered Brahmins captured through exquisite engravings. Discover portraits showcasing diverse Indian castes; each face tells a unique story etched by history's hand. Witness how societal roles intertwine with identity across regions and generations. Witness a Rice Merchant and Money Lender from Sri Lanka belonging to Chettiar caste - an example of how caste systems extend beyond borders but remain deeply rooted within communities worldwide. Intriguing yet complex, "Caste" unravels layers upon layers of human existence shaped by tradition, religion, occupation, and birthright. It invites us on a journey to understand diversity while fostering empathy for those navigating these intricacies daily.