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Photo-Attractions: An Indian Dancer, an American Photographer, and a German Camera

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Discover the fascinating interplay between an Indian dancer and an American photographer in this riveting historical exploration. In 1938, pioneer Ram Gopal’s iconic photoshoot in NYC, using a German camera, captured a pivotal moment of transcultural exchange. Art historian Ajay Sinha uses unpublished photographs and archival research to re-examine colonial histories, race, and desire, challenging assumptions of the Orientalist gaze. This essential read for students of South Asian visual culture, dance history, and photography offers profound insights into cultural difference and global modernity. A captivating look at Indian heritage meeting early 20th-century America.

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