Photograph

Description

“T. Rustembekov (1906-1975) - Poet.” This black-and-white photograph depicts the poet Toleubai Rustembekov alone. He is wearing a traditional skullcap (taqiya) and shapan, while holding a dombra in his hands. The photograph reflects the poet’s creative identity and his connection to traditional Kazakh culture. The image was taken during the later years of his life.