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Weighing Cotton at Bombay for the English Market (engraving)
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Weighing Cotton at Bombay for the English Market (engraving)
1587869 Weighing Cotton at Bombay for the English Market (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Weighing Cotton at Bombay for the English Market. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 October 1862.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23398770
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This print titled "Weighing Cotton at Bombay for the English Market" takes us back to 19th century India, offering a glimpse into the bustling textile industry of that era. The engraving, created by an anonymous English School artist, captures a significant moment in history when cotton was weighed and prepared for export to the English market. The scene is set in Bombay (now Mumbai), one of India's major commercial hubs during colonial times. In this busy marketplace, Indian workers meticulously weigh bales of cotton using traditional scales. Their expertise and attention to detail reflect the importance placed on producing high-quality textiles for export. The image showcases not only the economic significance of cotton trade between India and England but also highlights cultural exchange between these two nations. It serves as a reminder of how British colonization influenced various aspects of Indian society, including its thriving textile industry. Through this engraving, we are transported to a time when Bombay was teeming with activity and vibrant with diverse cultures coming together through commerce. It offers us a window into an important chapter in both Indian and British history while celebrating the rich heritage of Asian craftsmanship. This print from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate the intricate details captured by the artist while providing valuable insights into global trade dynamics during that period.
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