Note
No date; likely late 1890sDigitizing agency: University of Missouri—Kansas City. Library. Dr. Kenneth J. LaBudde Special Collections.
Description
A barefoot Sri Lankan man in traditional clothing, who is a snake charmer, crouches on the ground and closes his eyes as he plays a pungi in Sri Lanka [then Ceylon]. A cobra snake is on the ground in front of and facing the man. The snake's head is raised while the rest of its body curls slightly on the ground. A basket sits on the ground near the snake. A bundle wrapped in cloth lies next to the basket. A flowering bush is behind the man.
Type
Extent
1 photograph : black and white print ; 28 x 21 cm
Member of
Subject (Topical)
Rights
Rights Note
Items in this collection may be freely viewed, searched, and displayed for research and educational purposes. Permission is required for publication, distribution, or other uses beyond viewing and searching, whether in print or electronic formats.
To request permission, please email LaBudde Special Collections.
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Source
Digitizing agency: University of Missouri--Kansas City. Library. Dr. Kenneth J. LaBudde Special Collections.
Unit
LaBudde Special Collections