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Burmese Cigar Makers, 1900. Creator: Unknown
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Burmese Cigar Makers, 1900. Creator: Unknown
Burmese Cigar Makers, 1900. From " Typical Photographs of Burma - Burmese Life and Scenes". [Rowe & Co. Ltd. Rangoon, 1900]
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Media ID 18323100
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Burma Burmese Cigar Cigars Factory Worker Local Industry Local People Myanmar Myanmarian Rolling Rowe And Co Rowe And Co Ltd Side By Side Southeast Asia Tobacco Typical Photographs Of Burma Women At Work Metaphor
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This photo print, titled "Burmese Cigar Makers, 1900" takes us back to a bygone era in Burma's rich history. The creator of this remarkable image remains unknown, but their lens has beautifully captured the essence of Burmese life and scenes at the turn of the 20th century. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see a group of women seated side by side on low stools inside an outdoor factory. Engaged in their occupation as cigar rollers, these skilled workers meticulously craft cigars with utmost precision. Their expertise is evident as they deftly handle tobacco leaves while delicately rolling them into perfect cylinders. The setting exudes authenticity with its rustic furniture and simple wooden table where the women diligently work. Smoke fills the air as some of these hardworking ladies enjoy a momentary break from their laborious task, casually smoking cigars they have skillfully created themselves. This monochrome portrait not only showcases local industry but also serves as a metaphor for Burmese resilience and craftsmanship. It offers us a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people who contributed to Myanmar's thriving tobacco trade during that era. As we admire this vintage photograph from "Typical Photographs of Burma - Burmese Life and Scenes" let us appreciate the dedication and artistry displayed by these Burmese cigar makers whose legacy continues to shape Southeast Asia's cultural heritage.
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