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Indian farmers, yokels and gardeners including a gwalla or cowherd with parasol, seuly or toddy tapper, tapping a palm tree for its sap, and ox driver. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri after Francois Solvyns from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1844
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This handcoloured copperplate print, drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri after Francois Solvyns, depicts a vibrant scene of Indian farmers, yokels, and gardeners at work. The image transports us to a rural Indian landscape, where the richness of nature and the simplicity of rural life are intertwined. In the foreground, a farmer, dressed in a loincloth and with a turban adorning his head, plows the fertile soil with an ox. The ox, driven by a robust ox driver, pulls the heavy plow, its harness jingling as it moves. Nearby, a gwalla or cowherd, shielded from the sun by a parasol, tends to his herd of cows. His calm expression and the tranquility of the scene around him suggest a deep connection between the herder and his animals. Further in the background, a seuly or toddy tapper can be seen tapping a palm tree for its sap. The sap, which is collected in a pot, will be used to produce toddy, a traditional Indian wine. The seuly skillfully balances on the tree, his focus unwavering as he extracts the sap. The intricate details in the print, from the textures of the clothing to the intricacies of the palm tree, showcase the masterful artistry of the engraver. This illustration, taken from Giulio Ferrario's 'Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World,' published in Florence, Italy, in 1844, offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of rural India during the mid-19th century. The rich colors and intricate details bring the scene to life, transporting us to a time and place far removed from our modern world.
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