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India - In one of the main streets, Jeypore
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India - In one of the main streets, Jeypore
Black and white. Lots of people (some with tall bundles of reeds and baskets) in a market square with many stalls. Large building in the background.. Part of India Box, Boswell collection. Slide no. 18 and 69. Date: circa 1890s
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Baskets Bundles Jeypore Lots Main Reeds Slides Stalls Tall
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This photograph, taken in the late 1890s, captures the bustling energy of a main street in Jeypore, India. The image, part of the Boswell collection, Slide no. 18 and 69, reveals a scene of everyday life as people go about their business in the market square. Some individuals can be seen carrying tall bundles of reeds and baskets on their heads, while others interact with merchants at the various stalls. The large building in the background adds a sense of grandeur and permanence to the scene, contrasting with the transient activity below. Jeypore, located in the eastern Indian state of Odisha, was a significant commercial center during the late 19th century. This photograph provides a glimpse into the vibrant market culture that thrived there, with traders exchanging goods and services in the open-air marketplace. The image also offers a window into the past, allowing us to connect with the history and traditions of India during this period. The photograph's black and white composition adds to its timeless quality, emphasizing the textures and patterns of the scene. The use of a lantern slide further enhances the image's ability to transport us back in time, inviting us to explore the rich history and culture of India during the late 1800s.
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