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Poor Uyghur Musicians - Kashgar
Poor Uyghur Musicians - Kashgar. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts
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Guitar Kashgar Musicians Ponsonby Poor Ralph Singer Troubadour Uighur Uighurs Uyghur Uyghurs Xinjiang
Greetings Card (7"x5")
"Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards collection: "Poor Uyghur Musicians - Kashgar." This evocative image captures the somber beauty of traditional Uyghur musicians in the ancient city of Kashgar. Taken by renowned photographer Ralph Ponsonby Watts, this card offers a poignant reminder of the rich cultural heritage found in Central Asia. The reverse includes a thoughtful message, making it an ideal choice for sending a heartfelt sentiment to friends and loved ones. Let this card bring a touch of the exotic and the poignant to your correspondence."
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of a poor Uyghur musician, lost in the melody of his guitar, amidst the bustling streets of Kashgar, Xinjiang, China. The Uyghur people, an ethnic minority group, have a rich musical heritage that dates back over a thousand years. Historically, Uyghur musicians were known as troubadours, traveling from village to village to perform and share their art. However, poverty and economic hardships have made it increasingly difficult for many Uyghur musicians to make a living through their music. In this image, taken by renowned photographer Ralph Ponsonby Watts, we see a Uyghur musician, dressed in traditional clothing, sitting on the ground with his guitar, surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the marketplace. His expression is one of deep concentration, as if he is transported to another world through the music he is creating. The worn-out look of his clothes and the simple setting emphasize the struggles and resilience of the Uyghur people. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving cultural heritage and supporting artists, especially those who face economic hardships. The Uyghur people's musical traditions are an integral part of China's rich cultural tapestry, and it is essential to ensure that their voices continue to be heard and celebrated. Ralph Ponsonby Watts, a British photographer, captured this moment in Kashgar in the late 19th or early 20th century, making it an invaluable historical document. The photograph is a testament to the enduring power of music and the human spirit, even in the face of adversity.
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