Vier mannen die buiten textiel verven in Delhi before 1869

This black and white photograph, taken before 1869, depicts four men dyeing textiles in Delhi, India by Shepherd & Robertson. It is a candid snapshot of daily life in the 19th century, showcasing the traditional craft of textile dyeing. The photo is framed in an oval shape, a common technique in albumen prints of the time. It captures a moment in the process, with the men focused on their task, providing a glimpse into the labor involved in creating textiles.