Sari Collection (page 9)

Milk woman, 20th century

Fuel maker, 20th century

Brahmin woman, India, 1917

Zenat Mahal - Begum or Queen of Delhi, 19th century. Possibly a portrait of Zeenat Mahal, wife of Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last Mughal Emperor

Sinhalese notables, Ceylon, c1925. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Indian Empire, 1st series

Persons in India pass away much of their time, c19th century. Artist:s Call
Persons in India pass away much of their time, c19th century. The living on which principal persons in India pass away much of their time

Caucasian Race, Hindus, 1800-1900. Artist: A Portier
Caucasian Race, Hindus, 1800-1900. Hindus can be referred to as the successors of Vedic Aryans and other tribes of India. Most of the Hindus today live in India

Potter, 1828. Artist: Marlet et Cie
Potter, 1828. A lithograph from L Inde Francais, 1828. From the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Oil Merchant, 1828. Artist: Marlet et Cie
Oil Merchant, 1828. A lithograph from L Inde Francais, 1828. From the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Shepherds, 1828. Artist: Marlet et Cie
Shepherds, 1828. A lithograph from L Inde Francais, 1828. From the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Brahmin Woman Collecting Water, 1828. Artist: Marlet et Cie
Brahmin Woman Collecting Water, 1828. A lithograph from L Inde Francais, 1828. From the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Shepherd and his wife carrying milk, India, 1834

Wife of a Rajah, 1828. Artist: Marlet et Cie
Wife of a Rajah, 1828. A lithograph from L Inde Francais, 1828. From the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Bracelet Merchant, 1828. Artist: Marlet et Cie
Bracelet Merchant, 1828. A lithograph from L Inde Francais, 1828. From the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Todi Ragini, Ragamala Album, School of Rajasthan, 19th century. A young woman in love charms, with deer and the gazelles. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Vasanta Ragini, Ragamala Album, School of Rajasthan, 19th century. Dance of Krishna to the sound of the music of Gopis. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Dhanashri Ragini, Ragamala Album, School of Rajasthan, 19th century. A young woman looking at the portrait of her absent lover. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Dipaka (Light) Raga, Ragamala Album, School of Rajasthan, 19th century. On a lamp lit terrace she serenades her lover. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Bhairavi Ragini, Ragamala Album, School of Rajasthan, 19th century. Worship of the lingam of Shiva by a young woman. The Lingam (also, Linga, meaning mark)

Malavi Ragini, Ragamala Album, School of Rajasthan, 19th century. A prince leads a woman towards the sleeping chamber. Found in the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Ramkali Ragini, Ragamala Album, School of Rajasthan, 19th century. A prince tenderly massages the feet of Khandita Nayiki, his mistress; in order to be forgiven for is absence

Krishna with flute, approached by two ladies

Persia Won!, 1873. Artist: Joseph Swain
Persia Won!, 1873. Britannia says farewell to the Shah of Persia (now Iran) after his successful visit to Britain. It was believed that whilst good relations were maintained with Persia

A stall selling flowers in Puducherry (Pondicherry), India

An Indian Dancing Girl with a Hookah, 1772 (oil on canvas)
XYC145615 An Indian Dancing Girl with a Hookah, 1772 (oil on canvas) by Kettle, Tilly (1735-86); 193.x119 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Kumaoni women, Uttarakhand, India. Kumaon is the fascinating hill region of Western Uttar Pradesh ( Uttaranchal )

Goddess Srhi Sentamarai Laximi, wife of Vishnu. Hindu art

People of India in traditional attire
Parsi woman of Bombay, and a man and woman from east India or Singapore in native dress, 1800s. Antique hand-colored print

Sri Lanka upper class people, 1800s
Well-to-do people of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), 1800s. Antique hand colored print

Sri Lanka upper class, 1800s
Well-to-do people of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), 1800s. Antique hand colored print

India, Rajasthan, Jaipur, Amber Fort Temple, Woman In Bright Pink Sari Stands Beneath Arches

At Hawa Mahal City Palace, Jaipurs most distinctive landmark; Jaipur, Rajasthan State, India

Woman Carrying Bundle On Her Head On The Ghats By The River; The Ganges, Varanasi, India

Indian woman with Smallpox scars
Indian woman who has survived Smallpox but who will carry the scars for the rest of her life, 1970s. WHO photograph by L Dale

Indian foot & sari detail in front of the Taj Mahal, Agra. The Taj Mahal was built by a Muslim, Emperor Shah Jahan (died 1666 C.E.) in the memory of his dear wife and queen Mumtaz Mahal

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Mrs Tata by Lallie Charles
First wife of Ratanji Dadabhoy Tata (R.D. Tata, 18561926), Parsi businessman who played a pivotal role in the growth of the Tata Group in India

What People Are Wearing - Eva Bartok
The Budapest-born actress Eva Bartok (1927 - 1998) wearing a red and gold dress which she designed herself and had made up in Indian sari material. Date: 1966

Pencil sketches of two girls, one Indian (left) and one western (right). Date: 1920s

Naharlagun Market, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, northeast India, woman in a purple & green sari holding a slice of yellow squash for sale

Indian woman
Antique illustration of a Indian woman from 1883

India-Politics-Election
Indian voters queue as they await their turn to cast their votes at a polling station in Varanasi on March 8, 2017, during the last phase of state assembly elections in the northern Indian state of

Sarojini Naidu (b / w photo)
XJF354212 Sarojini Naidu (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Born Sarojini Chattopadhyaya (1879-1949) Child prodigy

Sultan Selim II - ruler of the Ottoman Turks
Selim II (15241574) (" Selim the Sot (Mest)" and as " Sari Selim" (Selim the Blond) - Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1566 until his death in 1574. Date: circa 1570

At the Royal Ascot race meeting at Ascot racecourse - Princess Gaekwar of Baroda and Mrs Wansey Bayley. 1921

Women in traditional dress standing in front of the Palace of the Winds (Hawa Mahal), Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

A Tamil Woman from Sri Lanka holding a large banana leaf above her head Date: circa 1920s

India - Parsee Beauty
A Parsee (Parsi) Beauty of India Date: circa 1910

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The sari, a timeless symbol of grace and elegance, has been an integral part of Indian culture for centuries. This traditional garment is not just a piece of clothing; it embodies the rich heritage and diversity of India. One can trace the origins of the sari back to ancient times, as depicted in the painting "Lakshmi" from 1894. Created by an unknown artist, this masterpiece showcases a princess adorned in a vibrant sari, listening to enchanting melodies played by female musicians. The intricate details on her attire reflect the craftsmanship that goes into making each sari unique. In Agra, India, another captivating scene unfolds with a sitar player draped in a colorful Rajasthani sari. The fabric's hues mirror the vibrancy found at every corner of this bustling city. From overhead views of fruit and vegetable markets to snapshots capturing daily life like "A Peep at the Train, " they are ubiquitous among women from all walks of life. Traveling through time brings us face-to-face with two Hindu women donning elaborate jewelry against palm tree backdrops in the 1860s-70s. Their saris serve as canvases for their individuality and cultural identity. Religious narratives also find expression within saris' folds; one such example is seen in Krishna Subduing Kaliya - where mythology comes alive through vivid illustrations on fabric inspired by Bhagavata Purana Series. No discussion about India would be complete without mentioning its architectural marvels like Taj Mahal. Here too, we witness women gracefully clad in saris paying homage to their heritage amidst breathtaking beauty. Beyond religion and architecture lies social diversity: A Parsi woman stands before a fire altar wearing her intricately patterned sari - representing yet another facet of Indian society's tapestry. Lastly, pilgrims embarking on journeys towards temples wear their humble yet elegant saris while seeking spiritual solace. These saris become a symbol of devotion and faith.