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View of the landscape and ruins near Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century
CSO4984976 View of the landscape and ruins near Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info)

Maharaja Palace in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century
CSO4984854 Maharaja Palace in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info.: Maharaja Palace in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century

View of the ruins of the ancient city of Delhi (Old Delhi) (India) - Second half photograph of the 19th century
CSO4984797 View of the ruins of the ancient city of Delhi (Old Delhi) (India) - Second half photograph of the 19th century -; (add.info)

View of the entrance door of the Taj Mahal a Agra (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century
CSO4984737 View of the entrance door of the Taj Mahal a Agra (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info)

View of a street in Mumbai (India) with shops, population and tram rails - Second half photograph of the 19th century
CSO4984643 View of a street in Mumbai (India) with shops, population and tram rails - Second half photograph of the 19th century -; (add.info.: View of a street in Mumbai (India) with shops

L'Esplanade hotel (Watson Esplanade hotel, cast iron architecture, construction 1860-1863) in Mumbai (India)
CSO4984624 L'Esplanade hotel (Watson Esplanade hotel, cast iron architecture, construction 1860-1863) in Mumbai (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info)

Victoria Terminus Station (now Chhatrapati Shivaji Station) (built between 1878-1888) in Bombay (India)
CSO4984617 Victoria Terminus Station (now Chhatrapati Shivaji Station) (built between 1878-1888) in Bombay (India) - Second half of the 19th century -; (add.info)

Nabab, prince moghol (India) - Nabob or Moghul ruler, 17th century, after Niccolao Manucci - Handcoloured steel
FLO4686468 Nabab, prince moghol (India) - Nabob or Moghul ruler, 17th century, after Niccolao Manucci - Handcoloured steel engraving by Polydor Pauquet from the Pauquet Brothers' " Foreign

Nautch girl or singing girl, India, in embroidered silks and muslins with bracelets, necklaces and earrings
FLO4565576 Nautch girl or singing girl, India, in embroidered silks and muslins with bracelets, necklaces and earrings. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic

Khidmutgar or waiter, in tunic, wide trousers, turban and sash, carrying a glass and saucer
FLO4565511 Khidmutgar or waiter, in tunic, wide trousers, turban and sash, carrying a glass and saucer. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic Costumes,"

Indian musician with an earthenware khol drum, wearing a coarse cotton kupra loincloth, jacket and turban
FLO4565502 Indian musician with an earthenware khol drum, wearing a coarse cotton kupra loincloth, jacket and turban. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic

Fakir or fukeer, begging friar, in muslin loincloth, under an umbrella next to a small shrine decorated with cowrie
FLO4565492 Fakir or fukeer, begging friar, in muslin loincloth, under an umbrella next to a small shrine decorated with cowrie shells

Nautch girl or dancing girl, India, in embroidered silks and muslins with bracelets, necklaces and earrings
FLO4565459 Nautch girl or dancing girl, India, in embroidered silks and muslins with bracelets, necklaces and earrings. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic

Native lady riding in her curtained palkee (palanquin), borne by two servants in loincloth and turban
FLO4565427 Native lady riding in her curtained palkee (palanquin), borne by two servants in loincloth and turban. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic

Sepoy, sipahee or native soldier, in winter uniform of red jacket and grey trousers, holding a musket
FLO4565422 Sepoy, sipahee or native soldier, in winter uniform of red jacket and grey trousers, holding a musket. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic

Indian girl stringing flowers for wreaths. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic
FLO4565355 Indian girl stringing flowers for wreaths. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic Costumes," Ackermann, London

Chhata wala or umbrella carrier, in cotton loin cloth. Fringed umbrella in silk or red and blue curwah
FLO4565334 Chhata wala or umbrella carrier, in cotton loin cloth. Fringed umbrella in silk or red and blue curwah. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic

Dauk wala or Indian postman, in uniform, turban, and slippers, carrying letters
FLO4565321 Dauk wala or Indian postman, in uniform, turban, and slippers, carrying letters. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic Costumes," Ackermann

Suntoo-burdar, hurkaru or Indian running footman, with turban and mace. The footman ran ahead of his master's
FLO4565305 Suntoo-burdar, hurkaru or Indian running footman, with turban and mace. The footman ran ahead of his master's palanquin to clear the way

Indian warrior with spear, sword, shield and helmet from a monument. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von
FLO4704476 Indian warrior with spear, sword, shield and helmet from a monument. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of

Tomb of Hyder Ali Khan, Sultan of Mysore, India. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4623877 Tomb of Hyder Ali Khan, Sultan of Mysore, India. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Hindu gods including Trimurti, Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4623689 Hindu gods including Trimurti, Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Ritual offerings to the god Fo, sitting in a cage, perched in a tree, in India
FLO4634134 Ritual offerings to the god Fo, sitting in a cage, perched in a tree, in India. Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Asie" by

Hindu gods: drawings of the statues of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Lithography for the book
FLO4634048 Hindu gods: drawings of the statues of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Lithography for the book: " Galerie complete en tableaux fideles des peuples d'Asie" by Friedrich Wilhelm

The underground cave of the temple of Guarapuri Island or place of the caves, an island east of Mumbai (India)
FLO4634040 The underground cave of the temple of Guarapuri Island or place of the caves, an island east of Mumbai (India)

Indian court costumes: a rajah a horse and a nabab sitting in front of two servants
FLO4634000 Indian court costumes: a rajah a horse and a nabab sitting in front of two servants. With the profile portrait of a man wearing a turban

Sculptures in the Thirumalai Nayak Palace, ancient residence of Raja Raja Thirumalai sowri at Madurai, India
FLO4623854 Sculptures in the Thirumalai Nayak Palace, ancient residence of Raja Raja Thirumalai sowri at Madurai, India. Handcoloured copperplate drawn

The first six incarnations of the Hindu god Vishnu. Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4623705 The first six incarnations of the Hindu god Vishnu. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Musician playing the saringee (Indian violin) wearing muslin or cotton robes, turban and sash
FLO4565735 Musician playing the saringee (Indian violin) wearing muslin or cotton robes, turban and sash. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic Costumes,"

Man playing the tumboora (guitar) wearing embroidered silk pants, tunic and turban
FLO4565598 Man playing the tumboora (guitar) wearing embroidered silk pants, tunic and turban. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic Costumes," Ackermann

Choukee-dar or watchman, in loincloth and turban, carrying a sword and shield
FLO4565564 Choukee-dar or watchman, in loincloth and turban, carrying a sword and shield. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic Costumes," Ackermann

Nautch girl or singing girl, India, in embroidered silks and muslins with bracelets, necklaces and earrings
FLO4565536 Nautch girl or singing girl, India, in embroidered silks and muslins with bracelets, necklaces and earrings. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic

Burmese woman in long loose striped silk petticoat, wearing slippers and carrying an umbrella
FLO4565505 Burmese woman in long loose striped silk petticoat, wearing slippers and carrying an umbrella. She wears painted fingernails and sandalwood perfume

Fakir or fuqeer, begging friar, in muslin loincloth, yellow threads, carrying a stick with a human skull attached
FLO4565474 Fakir or fuqeer, begging friar, in muslin loincloth, yellow threads, carrying a stick with a human skull attached

Bihishtee or water carrier, with mushk of panee (goatskin water bag), wearing loincloth and turban
FLO4565394 Bihishtee or water carrier, with mushk of panee (goatskin water bag), wearing loincloth and turban. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic

Native of Bengal in turban and loincloth selling sweetmeats, holding a crane feather
FLO4565380 Native of Bengal in turban and loincloth selling sweetmeats, holding a crane feather. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic Costumes," Ackermann

Bhugtee or dancing boy, India, in turban and bracelets, earrings and necklaces
FLO4565301 Bhugtee or dancing boy, India, in turban and bracelets, earrings and necklaces. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic Costumes," Ackermann

Indian bust of three-headed figure from a monument. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's
FLO4704436 Indian bust of three-headed figure from a monument. Handcolored copperplate engraving from Robert von Spalart's " Historical Picture of the Costumes of the Principal People of

Young Indian dancer - Young Indian dancer in bird headdress, cape, necklace
FLO4723704 Young Indian dancer - Young Indian dancer in bird headdress, cape, necklace, dhoti and anklets - Handcoloured woodcut by L

Indian Rajah - Indian rajah in bejeweled robes and hat, smoking a hookah pipe
FLO4723667 Indian Rajah - Indian rajah in bejeweled robes and hat, smoking a hookah pipe and holding a peacock feather fan - Handcoloured woodcut from " Moeurs

Un confectioner a Bombay (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century
CSO4985178 Un confectioner a Bombay (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info.: Un confectioner a Bombay (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century

Portraits of inhabitants of Delhi (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century
CSO4985148 Portraits of inhabitants of Delhi (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info.: Portraits of inhabitants of Delhi (India)

Portrait of the maharajah of Tchri (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century
CSO4985127 Portrait of the maharajah of Tchri (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info.: Portrait of the maharajah of Tchri (India)

Portrait of a resident of Bombay (India) - Second half of the 19th century photography
CSO4985059 Portrait of a resident of Bombay (India) - Second half of the 19th century photography -; (add.info.: Portrait of a resident of Bombay (India)

View of the landscape and ruins near Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century
CSO4984955 View of the landscape and ruins near Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info)

Hinduism: temple in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century
CSO4984934 Hinduism: temple in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info.: Hinduism: temple in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century

Hinduism: a temple in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century
CSO4984915 Hinduism: a temple in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info.: Hinduism: a temple in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century

Maharaja Palace in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century
CSO4984885 Maharaja Palace in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century -; (add.info.: Maharaja Palace in Jaipur (India) - Photograph second half of the 19th century

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"Exploring the Rich Cultural Tapestry of India: From Holy Men to Exotic Wildlife" Step into the enchanting world of India, where diversity and vibrancy abound. Delve into the captivating illustrations by Francois Solvyns as we uncover glimpses of this fascinating land. Witness the spiritual essence with Muslim fakirs or faqirs, adorned in traditional attire, embodying devotion and asceticism. Marvel at a naga with his mystical stick, while a serene paramahamsa meditates under a majestic tree. Behold the painted sannyasi and naked avadhuta, representing renunciation and liberation. A robed Baisnab Vaisnava offers solace through prayer. Nature's wonders unfold as well – behold a mustard plant teeming with cochineal beetles, symbolizing life's intricate connections. Stand in awe before a towering jackfruit tree bearing its bountiful fruits. Observe the gracefulness of water buffaloes roaming freely alongside an orangutan swinging from branch to branch. Peek into everyday life through Indian servants' clothes – witness jaliya, resembling fishermen casting their nets; harkara swiftly delivering messages; dai nurturing infants with love; ayah tenderly caring for children; ladies maid ensuring elegance prevails; methrani diligently sweeping away impurities. The regal Indian tiger takes center stage beneath a tamarind tree – its majesty captured beautifully by Andrea Bernieri's handcoloured copperplate engraving. This magnificent creature epitomizes strength and resilience within India's diverse ecosystem. Uncover further insights into Indian society through servants' roles - hukabardar gracefully carrying hookah pipes; caukidar vigilantly safeguarding households; serkar efficiently managing affairs; jamadar leading servant teams with authority; seated banian overseeing operations as chief comptroller; chobdar wielding maces symbolizing protection.