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Beating by machinery, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617938 Beating by machinery, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Plate 10 from The Planting & Manufacture of Indigo in India 29 Photographic views, Allahabad 1877
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Media ID 25151926
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Allahabad Attar Pradesh Bamboo Behar Bihar British Empire British Imperialism Crop Cultivation Indigo Liquid Machine Manufacture Mechanisation Oscar Mallitte Overseer Plantation Planter Planting Mechanization
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating history of industrial revolution through the lens of Oscar Jean Baptiste Mallitte's iconic photograph, "Beating by machinery, 1877." This Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the albumen silver print held by the J. Paul Getty Museum, offers a unique glimpse into the past. The intricate details and rich tones of this classic image transport you back in time, providing a thought-provoking conversation piece for any space. Bring history to life with this exquisite addition to your collection.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.8cm x 40.6cm (19.2" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The captivating print titled "Beating by Machinery, 1877" takes us back in time to witness the harsh realities of colonial India. Captured by Oscar Jean Baptiste Mallitte, this albumen silver print showcases Plate 10 from his series "The Planting & Manufacture of Indigo in India". In this thought-provoking image, we are transported to a bustling factory where mechanization has taken over the indigo dye industry. The scene depicts an overseer closely monitoring native workers as they laboriously beat bamboo sticks against large vats filled with liquid indigo. This mechanized process symbolizes the British Empire's industrial dominance and their quest for economic prosperity through colonialism. The photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of these plantation workers who were part of an intricate system that fueled British imperialism. It highlights the immense power dynamics at play between the British planter and Indian laborers, emphasizing their roles within this exploitative industry. Mallitte's composition skillfully captures both the physicality of work and the emotional toll it took on those involved. The stark contrast between light and shadow adds depth to each figure present, evoking a sense of resilience amidst adversity. This powerful image serves as a reminder of India's complex history under British rule while shedding light on themes such as agriculture, commerce, and industrialization during that era. Through Mallitte's lens, we bear witness to a pivotal moment in time when technology transformed traditional farming practices forever.
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