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Paleagar delivering a letter to grandees on a beach, 1827-35 (colour litho)
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Paleagar delivering a letter to grandees on a beach, 1827-35 (colour litho)
478577 Paleagar delivering a letter to grandees on a beach, 1827-35 (colour litho) by Burnouf, M.E. (fl.1827-35); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paleagar, illustration from L Inde Francaise, Paris: Chabrelle, 1827-35.); The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23253496
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bearer Bearers Class Divide Colonial Era Correspondence Delivering Delivery Humble L Inde Francaise Linde Francaise Litter Messenger Orientalism Parasol South Asia Stooping
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The captivating lithograph, titled "Paleagar delivering a letter to grandees on a beach" transports us back to the colonial era of South Asia. Created by M. E. Burnouf in the early 19th century, this vibrant print showcases an intriguing scene from L'Inde Francaise. In this illustration, we witness Paleagar, a humble messenger dressed in traditional attire, stooping down to deliver an important correspondence to the grandees who await him on the sandy shore. The bearers accompanying him carry a magnificent litter adorned with intricate designs and symbols of power. This artwork not only captures the essence of travel and communication during that time but also reflects the prevalent orientalist fascination with exotic cultures. The French influence is evident through Paleagar's presence and his role as a bearer in Indian society. As our gaze extends beyond Paleagar and his entourage, we are drawn towards the vast coastline stretching into infinity. The crashing waves against the shoreline create a mesmerizing maritime backdrop for this significant moment of delivery. With its vivid colors and attention to detail, this lithograph offers us a glimpse into an era marked by class divides and cultural encounters between East and West. It serves as both an artistic masterpiece and historical documentation of colonial India's complex dynamics. Displayed within private collections today, this remarkable piece continues to captivate viewers with its rich narrative and evocative portrayal of life along India's coastal regions during the early 19th century.
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