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Elder, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
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Elder, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
Elder, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Man seated in chair, on a carpet, in front of a house(?). In album: Views in Central Asia, Russian Empire, LOT 10338, no. 132
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Album Carpet Carpets Door Doors Elder Prokudin Gorsky Sergei Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Mikhaylovich Samarkand Uzbekistan Asia Sepia Sergei Mikhailovich Prokudin Gorsky Sergei Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Prokudin Gorsky Soft Furnishing Uzbek Uzbekistan Views In Central Asia Russian Empire Clothing Dress Fashion Clothing Head Dress Meeting Of Frontiers
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This photograph, titled "Elder, Samarkand," was captured by the renowned Russian photographer Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky between 1905 and 1915. The image is part of his extensive collection of "Views in Central Asia," which was later acquired by the Library of Congress in Washington D.C. The photograph features an elderly man, dressed in traditional Uzbek clothing, seated on a plush carpet in front of what appears to be a house or building. The man's headdress, a tall, conical hat adorned with intricate patterns, adds to the rich cultural heritage of the scene. His robe, also patterned with vibrant colors, is reminiscent of the traditional clothing worn in Central Asia during the early 20th century. The soft furnishing on which the man is seated, as well as the door behind him, are adorned with similar patterns, showcasing the intricate design sense of the region. The sepia tone of the photograph adds to the timeless quality of the image, transporting us back to a bygone era. The meeting of frontiers, as represented by the encounter between the man and the Western-style building, highlights the unique blend of cultures that existed in Central Asia during this period. Prokudin-Gorsky's masterful use of color and composition captures the essence of this historic moment, making it a valuable addition to the Library of Congress's collection and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Central Asia.
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