Set of two books on People of India
a) F M Coleman, Typical Pictures of Indian Natives: Being reproductions from specially prepared hand-coloured photographs with descriptive letter press, Bombay: The Times of India Office and Thacker, 1899, 4th edition
50 pages including 24 coloured plates; original pictorial cloth binding, back cover illustrated with an advertisement
10 x 7.6 x 0.5 in (25 x 19 x 1.2 cm)
F M Coleman's book, Typical Pictures of Indian Natives, is a collection of 24 coloured photographs of people from various tribes and castes in India. The photographs were taken by Coleman during his travels throughout the country in the late 19th century. Each photograph is accompanied by a brief description of the person's tribe, caste, and occupation.
The book was published in 1899 by The Times of India Office and Thacker in Bombay. It was well-received by critics, who praised the beauty of the photographs and the accuracy of Coleman's descriptions. The book was also a commercial success and a valuable historical document that provides a glimpse into the lives of people in India during the late 19th century. The book is also a beautiful work of art that showcases the diversity of Indian culture. The book also includes photographs of people of various occupations, including farmers, weavers, potters, fishermen, soldiers, merchants, priests, dancers and musicians.
Typical Pictures of Indian Natives is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on Indian culture.
b) Mortimer Menpes, The People of India, London: Adam and Charles Black, 1910
12 Pages, 31 of 32 tipped-in colour plates (frontispiece missing), and 32 black and white illustrations by Mortimer Menpes along with a12-page introductory text was written by G E Mitton; original pictorial cloth binding
9.75 x 7 x 0.8 in (25 x 18 x 2.2 cm)
Mortimer Menpes was an Australian-born British painter, author, printmaker, illustrator and traveler known for his work in watercolor painting, particularly in documenting various cultures and places through his illustrations. He often depicted scenes from his travels and was interested in capturing the essence of different societies.
The book features Menpes' illustrations and writings about the people and cultures of India. Given his artistic style and interest in cultural documentation, the book provides visual and textual insights into the diverse communities, traditions, and ways of life in India.
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