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Un Tour aux Indes (b/w photo)
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Un Tour aux Indes (b/w photo)
8649398 Un Tour aux Indes (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un Tour aux Indes. Dans les Sondarbands. A l'arriere du bateau-maison, les indigenes qui servent de rabatteurs. Ils appartiennent a une race qui se distingue nettement par le type et le langage, des Bengalis. Illustration for 1887-1894 Prince Henri D'Orleans, Voyages en Asie et a Madagascar, Album Pittoresque (L Boulanger, c 1900). Prince Henri of Orleans (1867-1901) was the son of Prince Robert, Duke of Chartres, and Princess Francoise of Orleans.); © Look and Learn
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This print titled "Un Tour aux Indes" transports us back to the 19th century, capturing a moment of exploration and discovery in the Sondarbands. The image depicts indigenous people serving as guides on the back of a houseboat, distinct in their appearance and language from the Bengalis.
The scene comes to life through the lens of an unknown European photographer, showcasing Prince Henri D'Orleans' voyages in Asia and Madagascar. Prince Henri himself was a man of noble lineage, son of Duke Robert of Chartres and Princess Francoise of Orleans.
As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we are reminded of the spirit of adventure that drove explorers like Prince Henri to venture into unknown territories. The intricate details captured in this photograph offer a glimpse into a bygone era when travel meant embarking on perilous journeys with uncertain outcomes.
Through this evocative image, we are invited to ponder the complexities of cultural exchange and colonial encounters that shaped our world today. It serves as a visual testament to humanity's enduring curiosity and thirst for knowledge beyond borders.
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