Portret van een geestelijke, vermoedelijk een Parsi by J. Hammes

Portret van een geestelijke, vermoedelijk een Parsi c. 1870 - 1900

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photography, gelatin-silver-print

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portrait

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archive photography

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photography

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historical photography

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historical fashion

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orientalism

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gelatin-silver-print

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19th century

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history-painting

Dimensions height 145 mm, width 100 mm

This is J. Hammes’ portrait of a spiritual figure, presumably a Parsi. The subdued sepia tones and the sitter's formal attire create an aura of dignified restraint. Observe how the composition uses the backdrop, a draped curtain, and ornately carved furniture, to frame the central figure. The vertical lines of the figure's robe contrast with the horizontal lines of the table and chair, creating a balanced yet formal structure. The light, reflecting off the white gloves, subtly draws the eye, contrasting with the darker tones of the robe and headwear. The image is a study in representation and identity within a colonial context. The photograph encapsulates a negotiation between indigenous identity and colonial aesthetics. It prompts us to consider how photography itself, as a medium, can be used to construct and convey complex cultural narratives.

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