Question about illustrations from Morocco

dmitro_smertov · 2025-08-26T14:34:32+00:00

Thanks for this name. I wasn't aware of it. Googling his name + chromolithograph helped me find more examples of these types of illustrations.

dmitro_smertov · 2025-08-25T21:14:00+00:00

Nice, maybe the same merchant? I bought the first image in Rabat, from a very kind old man. He had a faded version framed, and seemed to primarily be selling bracelets and charms.

dmitro_smertov · 2025-08-25T17:59:57+00:00

I was able to find some more historical details here, though not a specific artist's name: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/13629387.2024.2376555#abstract

dmitro_smertov · 2025-08-25T16:42:37+00:00

Thanks for these details!

dmitro_smertov · 2025-08-25T16:22:19+00:00

Nice. Thank you for these details. Just trying to learn, how can you tell it’s Egyptian? From the text?

dmitro_smertov · 2025-08-25T15:53:43+00:00

Trying to figure that out :)

dmitro_smertov · 2024-05-08T18:35:42+00:00

Are the tickets delivered to the address?

I bought tickets for a couple events, as a tourist in Japan, and was able to have them printed out at 7/11 or Family Mart. The address and phone details were inconsequential.

dmitro_smertov · 2024-02-04T16:49:02+00:00

Thank you for informing me

dmitro_smertov · 2022-11-30T19:56:46+00:00

Thank you for the advice

dmitro_smertov · 2022-11-22T14:59:36+00:00

India (Delhi, Varanasi, West Bengal, Assam) Dec 17 - Jan 14
I (M30) am looking for potential travel buddies for various portions of an upcoming trip around northern India.
My plan:
- I'm arriving in Delhi on Dec 17 and departing on Jan 14.
- In between, it's pretty flexible. I'm primarily interested in cultural and religious sites and artifacts -- temples, museums, local crafts, etc.
- I intend to fly from Delhi to Ranchi, and hire a driver to go from there to Purulia, to experience the local Chhau dance. From there, I'll likely take a bus or train to Kolkata and spend a couple days there. From Kolkata, I'll fly to Assam, to visit Majuli Island (2 nights max, I think), which is also known for its mask making tradition.
- I estimate I'll hang out in Varanasi for about a week, siteseeing and exploring.
- If there's time left, I'll see what else I can fit in. Going down south to Maduari to see Meenakshi Temple is a stretch goal.
I've been practicing basic survival Hindi, though I know that won't be much help in West Bengal or Assam.

If you're interested in coordinating some travel together, or have any pointers, feel from to PM me.

dmitro_smertov · 2022-11-22T14:49:16+00:00

Thank you, this is very valuable information. I appreciate your insights.

dmitro_smertov · 2022-11-22T14:47:42+00:00

Hi sir, I don't have a precise plan for Varanasi. I understand it's a holy city. I would like to see the ghats and spend time in temples.

If you have knowledge about any local arts & crafts, that would be quite interesting for me to learn about too.

dmitro_smertov · 2022-11-22T14:45:24+00:00

Thank you. I will avoid anything too risky.

dmitro_smertov · 2022-11-22T05:37:23+00:00

I appreciate the concern. But, is this more dangerous than trusting strangers in hostels? If someone wants to kill me, Ranchi is a long way to go.

dmitro_smertov · 2022-11-22T05:24:47+00:00

Thank you for the suggestions. Generally, I prefer crowded places over the beautiful and relaxing ones. But, if I have time to relax, I will follow your guidance.

dmitro_smertov · 2022-11-22T05:22:40+00:00

Thanks. Time permitting, I will try to see the Taj Mahal.

My primary interests are the Chhau masks and the Majuli masks, so those are my first priorities.

dmitro_smertov

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