1888 Chromolithograph Banjara Costume India Funeral Verna Caste Lambadi LCH2 XGT1 MDA6C17 zz10000

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This is a small original 1907 black and white print ad for the Kingsley School for boys located in Essex Fells

The image portrays a girl with a handful of straw in an orchard

(Princess Augusta

several miles across

1888 Chromolithograph Banjara Costume India Funeral Verna Caste Lambadi LCH2 XGT1 MDA6C17 zz10000This is a rare original 1888 color chromolithograph which takes a look at some of the traditional costumes worn by members of the Banjara (Lambadi) caste, as well as a ceremonial funeral procession for a wealthy Hindu. Key Elements in Each Panel Top Funeral procession. After death, the body gets washed, perfumed, and covered with flowers, with carmine applied to the face. Musicians lead the party, and the luxurious litter (jalledar), is one that is