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Tea room, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
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Tea room, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
Tea room, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Group of men and boys seated on platforms outside, in front of a two-storey building. In album: Views in Central Asia, Russian Empire, LOT 10338, no. 153
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Tea Room, Samarkand: A Glimpse into Central Asian Culture, 1905-1915 This evocative photograph captures a group of men and boys gathered outside a tea room in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, between 1905 and 1915. The image, taken by renowned Russian photographer Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky, offers a window into the rich cultural heritage of Central Asia during the early 20th century. Seated on platforms in front of a two-storey building, the men and boys are dressed in traditional clothing, some wearing turbans or other distinctive headgear. The setting is a meeting place, where people would come to socialize, discuss business, or simply enjoy a cup of tea. The tea room, with its ornate facade and intricate design, serves as a backdrop to this scene of everyday life. Prokudin-Gorsky's photograph is a testament to the diverse and vibrant cultures that existed along the borders of the Russian Empire. The image is part of a larger collection, "Views in Central Asia," which documents the people, landscapes, and architecture of the region. Prokudin-Gorsky's work provides a valuable record of a time and place that has since undergone significant change. The sepia tones of the photograph add to its timeless quality, transporting us back to a moment in history when the world was a little smaller, and the connections between people and cultures were more deeply rooted. This image is a reminder of the importance of preserving the past, and the role that photography plays in capturing and sharing the stories of our shared human experience.
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