Gathering wild vegetables - India

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Gathering wild vegetables - India

Gathering wild vegetables (or plants, flowers or herbs) - India. Date: circa 1910s

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Media ID 14116710

© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

Gather Gathering Gathers Herbs Pick Picking Picks Vegetables Wild

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken circa 1910s in India, showcases the timeless tradition of gathering wild vegetables, plants, flowers, and herbs. The image transports us back in time to a simpler era, where people relied on nature's bounty for their daily sustenance. The scene is set in a lush, verdant landscape, with the sun casting dappled light through the trees. A group of women, dressed in colorful saris and adorned with traditional jewelry, are seen picking through the undergrowth, their baskets brimming with an array of wild produce. Their focused expressions and determined postures speak to the importance of this task, as they carefully select only the ripest and most nutritious offerings from the land. The diversity of the harvest is truly remarkable, with an assortment of vegetables, fruits, and herbs on display. Some of the identifiable items include the pointed gourd, taro root, and amaranth greens, all of which are still widely used in Indian cuisine today. The women's deft touch and keen eyes reveal their deep connection to the natural world and their expertise in identifying edible plants. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich and vibrant history of India, where the relationship between people and nature has been a defining characteristic for centuries. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving traditional practices and the wisdom they embody, as well as the enduring power of nature to provide for us in the most unexpected ways.

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