Objecten uit het Nilgirigebergte en Sri Lankaanse maskers uit de verzameling van Emil Riebeck, op de binnenplaats van het Kunstgewerbemuseum in Berlijn 1884

This photograph by Hermann Rückwardt, taken in 1884, captures a display of objects from the Nilgiri Mountains and Sri Lankan masks from the collection of Emil Riebeck, on the courtyard of the Kunstgewerbemuseum in Berlin. The image showcases the diverse objects, including masks, ceremonial objects, and everyday tools, providing a glimpse into the richness of cultural traditions from these regions. This photograph is a valuable document of anthropological and artistic interest, offering insights into the collecting practices of the time and the diverse cultural artifacts housed within the museum's collection.