Wevende vrouwen ("Kalibafi a Sultanabad"), Sultanabad, Pakistan, Iran [?] c. 1880 - 1910

This photograph, "Wevende vrouwen ("Kalibafi a Sultanabad")" by Antoine Sevruguin, captures a group of women weaving a rug in Sultanabad, Persia. The image, taken between 1880 and 1910, showcases the traditional craft of rug making, with the women meticulously working on the loom while surrounded by colorful yarn balls. The photograph provides a glimpse into the daily lives of women in Persia during this period and their integral role in the production of handcrafted goods. Sevruguin, a renowned photographer, often focused on documenting the lives and traditions of various cultures throughout his travels, contributing to our understanding of everyday life in these regions. This photographic documentation of women weaving in Sultanabad stands as a testament to the long-standing tradition of rug making in Persia.