Kashmiri Collection

Kashmir, River Jhelum - woman paddles a wooden boat
Kashmir, River Jhelum - woman with two small children paddles a flat-bottomed wooden boat, or shikara Date: 1986

The Maharajas Palace at Srinagar, Kashmir, India
The Maharajas Palace (Sher Garhi Palace) at Srinagar, Kashmir, India on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus

A Little Carpet Maker (colour litho)
8633199 A Little Carpet Maker (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Little Carpet Maker)

The Defeat of the Ephthalites, or White Huns, AD 528 (litho)
8661011 The Defeat of the Ephthalites, or White Huns, AD 528 (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Defeat of the Ephthalites, or White Huns, AD 528)

Hindu's Ceremonial Bathing (b/w photo)
8649204 Hindu's Ceremonial Bathing (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hindu's Ceremonial Bathing)

Serinagur, the capital of Cashmere (engraving)
8647188 Serinagur, the capital of Cashmere (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Serinagur, the capital of Cashmere)

A Poplar Avenue in Kashmir (b/w photo)
8649199 A Poplar Avenue in Kashmir (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Poplar Avenue in Kashmir)

The Bakarwal Women
Afzal Khan

Khenchen Tashi Tshultrim and His Ordination Lineage, c1400. Creator: Unknown
Khenchen Tashi Tshultrim and His Ordination Lineage, c1400. This masterful and meticulous portrait shows an abbot within a niche - one ornamented with lively scrollwork influenced by the traditions

Hindoo Festival, Cashmere - from a photograph by W. J. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. Creator: Unknown
Hindoo Festival, Cashmere, [India] - from a photograph by W. J. Carpenter, Jun. 1858. During the summer months in this delightful country the Hindoo population are constantly making pilgrimages to

Moored houseboats are seen along the Jehlum river as Kashmiri fishermen row boats during a cold morning in Srinagar December 31, 2010. Houseboats are used by fishermen and tourists as accomodation

Kashmiri Carpet
3609958 Kashmiri Carpet by Indian School; Private Collection; Dinodia

Kashmiri women wearing Kashmiri shirts with baskets of reeds
Kashmir - three young Kashmiri women wearing Kashmiri shirts and with baskets of reeds on their heads. The reeds are used for repairing the roofs of their homes Date: 1986

Kashmir, Srinagar, Dal Lake. A little girl with bare feet looks directly at the camera as she climbs aboard her house boat home Date: 1986

Portrait of mother and boy child, Kashmir
Portrait of small boy child in the arms of his mother. She wears brightly coloured clothes and sits upon a doorstep Date: 1986

Portrait of Kashmiri child with brown eyes
Portrait of small girl child in the arms of her mother, near Srinagar, Kashmir, The child looks directly at the camera Date: 1986

Old man with cart, Kashmir
An old man pushes a heavy three-wheeled cart through the streets of Srinagar, Kashmir Date: 1986

Kashmiri man touches chain tied to gate of shrine during Ramadan in Srinagar
A Kashmiri man touches a chain tied to the gate of the shrine of Sufi Saint Mir Syed Ali Hamadani during the Islamic month of Ramadan in Srinagar August 19, 2011

A Kashmiri fisherman throws a net into the waters of the Dal Lake in Srinagar September 28, 2010. REUTERS/Fayaz Kabli (INDIAN-ADMINISTERD KASHMIR - Tags: AGRICULTURE SOCIETY IMAGES OF THE DAY)

Tulips are seen in full bloom inside Kashmirs tulip garden in Srinagar
Tulips are seen in full bloom inside Kashmirs tulip garden after its opening in Srinagar March 25, 2010. REUTERS/Fayaz Kabli (INDIAN-ADMINISTERED KASHMIR)

A woman labourer carrying cement is silhouetted against the setting sun at the site of a commercial complex on the outskirts of Jammu November 22, 2012

A Kashmiri man walks through a mustard field on the outskirts of Srinagar March 23, 2016. REUTERS/Danish Ismail TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Girls walk beneath a row of parched tress on a winter day in the outskirts of Jammu February 12, 2012. REUTERS/Mukesh Gupta (INDIA-ADMINISTERED KASHMIR - Tags)

The body of a suspected militant lies amongst rubble after a gun battle with the Indian army in Kachwa Mqam, 55 km (34 miles) north of Srinagar, February 17, 2010

Kashmiri woman rows a boat loaded with weeds collected from the Dal Lake in Srinagar
A Kashmiri woman rows a boat loaded with weeds collected from the Dal Lake in Srinagar March 8, 2016. REUTERS/Danish Ismail TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A man holding an umbrella walks during snowfall in Srinagar, March 2, 2015. Temperatures in Srinagar on Monday dipped to 0.4 degrees Celsius (32.72 degrees Fahrenheit)

Kashmiri fishermen cover their heads and part of their boats with blankets and straw as they wait to catch fish in the waters of the Anchar Lake on a cold day in Srinagar, December 20, 2016

Harwan Trout Fishery, Kashmir, India
Harwan Trout Fishery, Harwan (19 km from Srinagar), Jammu and Kashmir, India. Date: circa 1910s

Pahalgam hill station, Jammu and Kashmir, India
Pahalgam, a hill station in the north Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, India. Date: circa 1910s

Portrait of a man, possibly early 20th century (gouache on cardboard)
7394108 Portrait of a man, possibly early 20th century (gouache on cardboard) by Indian School, (19th-20th century); 55.3x40.2 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Ruler wearing a green jama attended by a morchal bearer, 2nd half of the 18th century (gouache on cardboard)
7394106 Ruler wearing a green jama attended by a morchal bearer, 2nd half of the 18th century (gouache on cardboard) by Indian School, (18th century); 40.4x27.8 cm; Ashmolean Museum

Goddess of Abundance Enthroned on Lion and Lustrated by Elephants, 7th / 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Goddess of Abundance Enthroned on Lion and Lustrated by Elephants, 7th/8th century

A Cashmere Widow, c1891. Creator: James Grant
A Cashmere Widow, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Indian soldiers from Kashmir (rotogravure)
7185037 Indian soldiers from Kashmir (rotogravure) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Indian soldiers from Kashmir)

Travelling in Kashmir (engraving)
7192462 Travelling in Kashmir (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Travelling in Kashmir)

Goddess Durga Slaying the Buffalo Demon, 9th century. Creator: Unknown
Goddess Durga Slaying the Buffalo Demon, 9th century

Assault of the Cashmere Gate, 1857 (engraving)
3744565 Assault of the Cashmere Gate, 1857 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An assault on the rebels by the British Army during Indian Mutiny of 1857)

Kashmiri Nautch Girls, c. 1860s (b / w photo)
498658 Kashmiri Nautch Girls, c.1860s (b/w photo) by British Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Performers of the traditional Indian Nautch dances.); British

Portrait of a Nautch Girl, c. 1860s (b / w photo)
498630 Portrait of a Nautch Girl, c.1860s (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancer of the popular Indian Nautch dances.); out of copyright

Kashmiri Nautch Girls, c. 1860s (b / w photo)
498610 Kashmiri Nautch Girls, c.1860s (b/w photo) by British Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Performers of the popular Indian Nautch dances.); British, out of copyright

Tibetan and Kashmiri costumes, 19th Century (coloured engraving)
968822 Tibetan and Kashmiri costumes, 19th Century (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tibetan and Kashmiri costumes, 19th Century)

Kashmiri Nautch Girls, c. 1860s (b / w photo)
498619 Kashmiri Nautch Girls, c.1860s (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Performers of the popular Indian Nautch dances.); out of copyright

The Picturesque Customs (Colour Litho)
2777614 The Picturesque Customs (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The picturesque customs)

Nautch Girls and Musicians, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
498624 Nautch Girls and Musicians, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Nautch Girl, c. 1870s (b / w photo)
498621 Nautch Girl, c.1870s (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A dancer of the traditional Indian Nautch dancers, from Kashmir.); out of copyright

Kashmiri Nautch Girl, c. 1860s (b / w photo)
498620 Kashmiri Nautch Girl, c.1860s (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Performer of the popular Indian Nautch dances.); out of copyright

Tongue Piercing, c. 1860-80 (b / w photo)
498629 Tongue Piercing, c.1860-80 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Probably in Kashmir)

Tibetan and Kashmiri costumes, 19th Century (engraving)
968755 Tibetan and Kashmiri costumes, 19th Century (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tibetan and Kashmiri costumes, 19th Century)

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"Exploring the Enchanting Beauty of Kashmiri: A Journey Through Time and Tradition" Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of Kashmir, as we embark on a journey through this enchanting land. Glide along the tranquil waters of River Jhelum, where a woman gracefully paddles her wooden boat, showcasing the timeless artistry craftsmanship. Behold the grandeur of The Maharajas Palace at Srinagar, an architectural marvel that stands as a testament to the opulence and regality of this region. Lose yourself amidst its intricate designs and ornate embellishments, transporting you back to an era steeped in history. Venture towards Harwan Trout Fishery, where nature's bounty awaits. Marvel at the shimmering waters teeming with vibrant fish species, offering a serene escape for fishing enthusiasts or those seeking solace amidst breathtaking landscapes. Ascend to Pahalgam hill station in Jammu and Kashmir, India - a paradise nestled amidst majestic mountains. Let your senses be overwhelmed by lush green meadows, gushing waterfalls, and snow-capped peaks that paint an awe-inspiring panorama before your eyes. Witness moored houseboats lining Jehlum river while Kashmiri fishermen row their boats with skillful precision - capturing both tradition and livelihood intertwined harmoniously within these picturesque surroundings. Delve into history through mesmerizing portraits depicting life in early 20th-century Kashmir. Admire a ruler adorned in his resplendent green jama attended by his loyal morchal bearer – symbols of power and authority during that era. Experience the vibrant culture as you encounter graceful Kashmiri women donning traditional shirts while carrying baskets filled with reeds – embodying resilience and resourcefulness passed down through generations. Stroll along Dal Lake's shores in Srinagar; here lies pure innocence personified by a little girl with bare feet – reminding us to cherish simplicity amid life's complexities.