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Bhurs, suppposedly Aboriginal, Oude
The People of India: A Series of Photographic Illustrations, with Descriptive Letterpress, of the Races and Tribes of Hindustan - published in the 1860s under order of the Viceroy, Lord Canning - Bhurs, suppposedly Aboriginal, Oude
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Adult Covering Ethnicity Ethnographic Representation Tribal
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This photograph, titled "Bhurs, supposedly Aboriginal, Oude," is an ethnographic record of a Bhur man from the Indian province of Oude, taken during the 19th century. The image is part of the extensive collection "The People of India: A Series of Photographic Illustrations, with Descriptive Letterpress, of the Races and Tribes of Hindustan," published under the order of Lord Canning, the Viceroy of India, in the late 1860s. The Bhurs were considered an indigenous tribe, and this photograph offers a rare glimpse into their lives during that era. The man in the image is depicted wearing traditional clothing, which includes a covering that shields him from the elements. His urban surroundings, with grand architecture in the background, suggest that he resided in a city or a large town. The Victorian era, characterized by its ornate designs and emphasis on documentation, is evident in the meticulously crafted letterpress that accompanies the photograph. This ethnographic record was likely produced to educate the European audience about the diverse races and tribes of India, reflecting the colonial interest in cataloging and categorizing the 'other.' Despite its historical significance, this photograph raises important questions about representation and the power dynamics inherent in ethnographic documentation. The Bhurs, like many other indigenous communities, were often subjected to exoticization and objectification in colonial-era records. Today, this image serves as a reminder of the complex and nuanced history of India's diverse ethnicities and the ongoing importance of acknowledging and respecting indigenous peoples' identities and cultures.
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