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India - Muhammads Coffin
A black and white lantern slide of a coffin under awning. Slide number 28 of Box 221 Boswell Collection Date: circa 1890s
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1. Title: "Mourning in India: A Solemn Moment in the Late 19th Century" This evocative black-and-white lantern slide, number 28 of Box 221 in the Boswell Collection, captures a poignant scene from India during the late 1890s. The image portrays a coffin, draped in a white cloth, resting under the shelter of a simple awning. The somber atmosphere is heightened by the absence of any visible signs of life, save for a few shadows cast by the awning and the faint outline of a tree in the background. The scene is a poignant reminder of the realities of life in colonial India, where death was an ever-present companion. The use of a lantern slide, a popular medium for projecting images during the late 19th century, underscores the historical significance of this photograph. The exact location and circumstances surrounding this image remain a mystery, but it is a testament to the rich and complex history of India during the British Raj. The coffin, with its simple yet dignified presentation, suggests a sense of reverence and respect for the deceased. The awning, providing shelter from the elements, underscores the importance of community and support during times of grief. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to reflect on the human experiences that once unfolded in this part of the world. It serves as a reminder of the enduring power of images to transport us to different times and places, and to provoke our curiosity and imagination. The Boswell Collection, housed at Mary Evans Prints Online, is a treasure trove of historical photographs that offer valuable insights into the social, political, and cultural history of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This image of a coffin under an awning in India is but one example of the many stories that await discovery within its pages.
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