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Indian Day Out
Women riding and taking a trip in a horse drawn carriage with their Indian staff in India, 1880s. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11798220
© 2006 Getty Images
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our enchanting 'Indian Day Out' greeting cards from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken in the 1880s, depicts women enjoying a leisurely day in India, surrounded by their Indian staff, as they ride in a horse-drawn carriage. Bring a touch of history and elegance to your correspondence with this exquisite, vintage-inspired card design. Perfect for special occasions or just to brighten someone's day, our high-quality greeting cards are sure to make a lasting impression.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Indian Day Out - A Glimpse into Colonial India's Elegance and Dichotomy
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This black-and-white photograph from the late 1880s transports us to a bygone era in colonial India. Captured by Hulton Archive/Getty Images, it showcases a group of women joyfully embarking on an adventurous day out in a horse-drawn carriage, accompanied by their loyal Indian staff. The image exudes an air of elegance and opulence as the women, dressed in exquisite Victorian attire, sit comfortably within the ornate carriage. The intricate detailing on the vehicle reflects the grandeur associated with British colonial rule during that time. However, what truly captures our attention is the presence of their Indian staff. Seated alongside them or walking beside the horses, these individuals play an integral role in ensuring a smooth journey for their employers. Their traditional clothing and stoic expressions hint at both servitude and camaraderie—a poignant reminder of the complex power dynamics prevalent during this period. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this photograph offers us a glimpse into daily life during colonial times—an era marked by cultural fusion and stark social divisions. It serves as a visual testament to how different worlds coexisted within one frame—where Western influences intertwined with indigenous traditions against the backdrop of majestic Asia. Preserved through time thanks to Fine Art Storehouse's dedication to historical imagery, this print invites contemplation about our shared past while encouraging dialogue about identity, representation, and societal change throughout history.
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