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Indigo factory (loading the vats), 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617934 Indigo factory (loading the vats), 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; (add.info.: Plate 6 from The Planting & Manufacture of Indigo in India 29 Photographic views, Allahabad 1877
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Allahabad Attar Pradesh Bamboo Behar Bihar British Empire British Imperialism Crop Cultivation Fields Indigo Langot Loincloth Manufacture Oscar Mallitte Overseer Plantation Planter Planting
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This photograph, titled "Indigo factory (loading the vats), 1877" takes us back in time to witness a crucial moment in India's colonial history. The image, captured by Oscar Jean Baptiste Mallitte, showcases the bustling activity within an indigo factory during the height of British imperialism. The scene is filled with workers dressed in traditional loincloths and turbans, their bodies adorned with sweat as they diligently load vats with indigo dye. The overseer stands tall amidst the chaos, overseeing the laborious process of manufacturing this highly sought-after product. Surrounding them are bamboo structures that house this thriving industry. The photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of these native workers who toiled under British rule on vast plantations dedicated to indigo cultivation. It speaks volumes about the impact of colonialism on India's agriculture and economy during this era. Mallitte's composition skillfully captures both the physicality of manual labor and the industrial nature of this enterprise. Every detail tells a story - from the fields where indigo plants were cultivated to its transformation into dye within these factories. As we observe this historical print, we are transported back to a time when commerce and trade shaped empires. It serves as a reminder not only of India's rich agricultural heritage but also highlights how photography can immortalize significant moments in our shared human history.
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