This cromo-lithograph titled “Cultivator & His Wife, Madras” presents a rural scene from 19th-century India. It depicts a farmer and his wife, typical of the agricultural labor force in the region. The man is standing, holding a farming tool across his shoulder, while the woman is sitting beside him on the ground, with baskets and pots next to her. Both are dressed in simple, traditional attire, reflecting the rural lifestyle. The background hints at the natural environment, showcasing the rural setting. This lithograph, part of a travel book, highlights the everyday life and working conditions of farmers in Madras during the colonial era, offering a glimpse into the agricultural culture of the time.

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