The Cleveland Museum of Art
Lepcha Woman (number 1908)
Description
One of the most versatile and widely traveled early photographers of India was Samuel Bourne, recognized in his time and now for superb technical skills and artistic talent. While his predominant subject matters were landscape and architectural views, Bourne sometimes photographed the types of people he encountered on his travels throughout India.
Provenance
(Daniella Dangoor, London, England); The Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH
Dimensions
27.5 × 23.2 cm
Movement / Period
Accession No
2019.55
Official Citations
Curatorial Affinity Stream
Continuing the Universe of Samuel Bourne (British, 1834–1912)
Photography • England, 19th century • Harmonious Works & Contemporaries
Continuous Discovery