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Luggie (measuring lands for cultivation), 1877 (albumen silver print)
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Luggie (measuring lands for cultivation), 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617930 Luggie (measuring lands for cultivation), 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Plate 2 from The Planting & Manufacture of Indigo in India 29 Photographic views, Allahabad 1877
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Allahabad Attar Pradesh Behar Biga Bihar British Empire British Imperialism Colony Crop Cultivation Fields Indigo Langot Loincloth Manufacture Measurement Oscar Mallitte Overseer Pith Helmet Plantation Planter Planting Wheel
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This photograph, titled "Luggie (measuring lands for cultivation), 1877" takes us back in time to the era of British imperialism in India. Captured by Oscar Jean Baptiste Mallitte, this albumen silver print showcases a significant moment in the history of colonialism. The image portrays a scene from an indigo plantation in Behar, India. A group of native workers can be seen gathered around Luggie, who is measuring the land for cultivation. The overseer stands nearby, wearing a pith helmet as a symbol of his authority within the British Empire. The photograph offers a glimpse into the complex dynamics between colonizers and natives during this period. It highlights both the industrial nature of British imperial ventures and the reliance on local labor for their success. The workers are dressed simply, wearing loincloths or langots while going about their daily tasks. Mallitte's composition skillfully captures not only the practical aspects of agriculture but also reveals subtle nuances that reflect power dynamics and cultural exchange. The wheelbarrow used by Luggie signifies technological advancements brought by colonization while also emphasizing manual labor. This print serves as a historical document that sheds light on how colonial powers exploited resources and shaped societies under their rule. It invites viewers to contemplate themes such as commerce, industry, farming practices, and ultimately raises questions about identity and agency within contexts dominated by imperialism.
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