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Butter-Making in Goat-Skin Churns, Nestorians, Armenia (b / w photo)
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Butter-Making in Goat-Skin Churns, Nestorians, Armenia (b / w photo)
5990463 Butter-Making in Goat-Skin Churns, Nestorians, Armenia (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Butter-Making in Goat-Skin Churns, Nestorians, Armenia. Living Races of Mankind (Hutchinson, c 1910). Photographs either late 19th or very early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
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1900 Armenia Armenians Butter Making Differences Ethnographic Mankind Peoples Races Ethnography Natives
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This print captures a timeless moment of butter-making in the heart of Armenia. Taken by an English photographer in the late 19th or early 20th century, it showcases the traditional method employed by Nestorians, a native ethnic group residing in this region. The image transports us to a simpler time when goat-skin churns were utilized for this essential culinary process. The Nestorian people are seen diligently engaged in their craft, their hands expertly maneuvering the churns as they transform fresh milk into creamy butter. This snapshot offers a glimpse into their rich cultural heritage and highlights the significance of food production within their daily lives. As we observe this scene, we are reminded of the diversity that exists among mankind across different races and nations. The photograph serves as a testament to human history and provides insight into how various communities have developed unique practices over centuries. Preserved within a private collection, this remarkable piece is part of "Living Races of Mankind" an ethnographic documentation published by Hutchinson around 1910. Its inclusion in this compilation further emphasizes its historical value and contribution to our understanding of different cultures. Through Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, we can appreciate not only the artistic quality but also the educational significance behind this extraordinary photograph.
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