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Indian sedan chair, wagon and carriage
Indian transport: sedan chair or chair palanquin, gary ox cart on the bridge, and a rath or two-ox carriage with curtained palanquin. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri after Francois Solvyns from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1844
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This image, drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri after Francois Solvyns, depicts an intriguing tableau of Indian transport from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, published in Florence, Italy, in 1844. The photograph, handcoloured and richly detailed, offers a glimpse into the diverse and complex transportation systems that once thrived in India. At the center of the image, a sedan chair or palanquin, a common means of transportation for the elite, is carried by four bearers. The chair, with its ornate decorations and curtained canopy, is a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the Indian aristocracy. To the left, a gary ox cart, with its two sturdy oxen, crosses a bridge, transporting goods from one place to another. The oxen, harnessed to the cart, pull it steadily forward, their powerful muscles rippling with effort. On the right, a rath or two-ox carriage, also known as a tonga, makes its way along the road. This carriage, with its curtained palanquin, provided a more comfortable and private means of travel for the wealthy. The intricate details of the illustration, from the intricately carved decorations on the sedan chair to the textured fabrics of the palanquins, offer a window into the rich cultural heritage of India. The image is a testament to the skill and artistry of the European artists and engravers who captured the essence of Indian life in the mid-19th century. This image, with its vibrant colours and intricate details, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when such modes of transportation were the norm, and the world was a much more diverse and fascinating place.
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