Portraits: Nepal opened up to the outside only in 1950s. Cameras were only allowed to the Ranas and a few elites. The portraits taken before the 50s are interesting as they give a glimpse into a common man's life that are not documented otherwise.
The Chitrakar family of Bhimsensthan making preparations for the holy recitation 'nikhon dekha'. In the middle are two photographers Dirgha Man Chitrakar (on the right) and Dittha Badra Man Chitrakar (on the left). Photo by Ganesh Man Chitrakar.
The Chitrakar family of Bhimsensthan making preparations for the holy recitation 'nikhon dekha'. In the middle are two photographers Dirgha Man Chitrakar (on the right) and Dittha Badra Man Chitrakar (on the left). Photo by Ganesh Man Chitrakar.
