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Market Women of Ajmere, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington Menpes
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Market Women of Ajmere, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington Menpes
Market Women of Ajmere, 1905. From India, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Flora A. Steel. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1905]
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Adam And Charles Adam And Charles Black Basket British India Flora Annie Flora Annie Steel Imperialism Local People Market Menpes Mortimer Luddington Mortimer Luddington Menpes Rajasthan Sari Steel Tradition Dress Ajmere Hindoostan Traditional Dress
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This print titled "Market Women of Ajmere, 1905" by Mortimer Luddington Menpes offers a glimpse into the vibrant culture and daily life of Rajasthan, India in the early 20th century. The image showcases three local women dressed in traditional Rajasthani attire, seated outdoors amidst a bustling market scene. The women exude grace and elegance as they sit gracefully on the ground, their colorful saris beautifully draped around them. Each woman holds a basket filled with various goods for trade, highlighting their important role as market vendors. Their intricate clothing reflects the rich cultural heritage of India and adds a splash of color to the photograph. Taken during British colonial rule in India, this image also serves as a reminder of imperialism's impact on local communities. However, beyond its historical context, this photograph captures the resilience and strength of these market women who played an essential part in sustaining their families and communities through trade. Mortimer Menpes skillfully portrays not only their physical appearance but also hints at their inner strength and determination through his artistic lens. This print is part of a larger collection featured in "India" written by Flora A. Steel and published by Adam & Charles Black in London in 1905. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an era where tradition met modernity against the backdrop of bustling markets like Ajmere – forever immortalized within this remarkable piece from Heritage Images' extensive archives.
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