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A Quiet Street, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington Menpes
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A Quiet Street, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington Menpes
A Quiet Street, 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 British India Busy Donkey Dusk Flora Annie Flora Annie Steel Imperialism Local People Menpes Mortimer Luddington Mortimer Luddington Menpes Perspective Quiet Shop Front Steel Hindoostan
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This print titled "A Quiet Street, 1905" by Mortimer Luddington Menpes takes us back in time to the bustling streets of India. The image showcases a serene lane bathed in the warm hues of dusk, with a vibrant yellow sky adding an ethereal touch to the scene. As we explore this quiet avenue, we are greeted by a multitude of local people going about their daily activities. The architecture of the buildings lining the street reflects the rich Indian heritage and adds depth to this snapshot from history. Shops and storefronts dotting both sides invite us to imagine what treasures they hold within. Amidst all this activity stands a donkey, seemingly unperturbed by the hustle and bustle around it. Menpes skillfully captures not only the physical elements but also conveys a sense of tranquility amidst chaos through his perspective. This photograph transports us to early 20th-century British India, evoking feelings of nostalgia for simpler times. Originally published as part of "India" by Flora A. Steel with accompanying text, this print serves as a visual testament to imperialism's influence on Hindoostan during that era. Preserved meticulously over time, it now finds its place among other historical gems at Heritage Images.
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