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Mishmi Hii Tribe, Assam. Woman with pipe
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 - Mishmi Hii Tribe, Assam. Woman with pipe
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This photograph captures a Mishmi Hii woman from Assam, India, taken during the 1870s to 1890s. The image is part of the comprehensive collection "The People of India: A Series of Photographic Illustrations," commissioned by Lord Canning, the Viceroy of India, in the late 19th century. The woman in the photograph is dressed in traditional Mishmi Hii attire, which includes a long, flowing robe and a headdress adorned with intricate beadwork and feathers. Her face is expressive and grand, with deep-set eyes that convey a sense of wisdom and strength. Her hair is styled in tight braids, held in place by ornate hairpins. In her hands, she holds a long pipe, a common accessory among the Mishmi Hii people. The pipe was used for both practical and ceremonial purposes, including smoking and social gatherings. The pipe's intricate design adds to the overall aesthetic of the photograph and provides a glimpse into the rich cultural traditions of this indigenous tribe. The photograph was likely taken in a studio setting, as evidenced by the uniform backdrop and the woman's pose. Despite being taken during a time of colonial rule, the series of photographs in "The People of India" aimed to document and preserve the ethnic diversity of India, making this image an important historical record of the Mishmi Hii tribe and their way of life. This vintage photograph offers a unique window into the past, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of India's ethnic groups and the historical context in which they lived.
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