Russian Peasant Couple - Fantastic Headdress
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Russian Peasant Couple - Fantastic Headdress
Russian Peasant Couple of Southern Russia (Caucasus - possibly Georgia?) - The lady is wearing a fantastic Headdress, typical of this region. Date: circa 1902
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Media ID 11575405
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Caucasian Caucasus Conical Countryfolk Countryman Countrywoman Fantastic Georgia Georgian Headdress Outfit Peasant Peasants Pipe Smoker Smokes Southern
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the essence of a Russian peasant couple from the Southern Russian region, possibly hailing from the Caucasus, perhaps even Georgia, around the year 1902. The image showcases the couple in their traditional attire, sitting comfortably on a wooden bench, with the man holding a long pipe in his hand, taking a puff, while his wife, adorned in a fantastic headdress, looks off into the distance. The man's outfit consists of a simple tunic and trousers, while the woman's dress is adorned with intricate patterns and embroidery, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region. The woman's headdress, a conical structure with intricate designs and adornments, is a true masterpiece. Such headpieces were common among rural communities in the Caucasus region, and were often passed down from generation to generation. The headdress not only served as a functional item, protecting the head from the elements, but also as a symbol of the wearer's identity and social status. The couple's faces bear the marks of age and the hardships of rural life, but their expressions convey a sense of contentment and happiness. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the lives of the Russian peasants of the early 20th century, and the unique traditions and customs that defined their communities.
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