Home > Architecture > Styles > Islamic Architecture
Washing in a deserted Palace pool
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Washing in a deserted Palace pool
A young boy washes a large platter in a courtyard pool of a desertd Palace building in Mandu, Madhya Pradesh Province, India. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 4413190
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10279354
Arch Way Composition Court Yard Islamic Madhya Mandu Over Grown Platter Ponsonby Pool Pradesh Ralph Ruin Shadows Washes Washin G
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Architecture
> Country
> India
> Architecture
> Palaces
> Architecture
> Styles
> Indian Architecture
> Architecture
> Styles
> Islamic Architecture
> Asia
> India
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, a young boy diligently washes a large platter in the tranquil courtyard pool of a deserted palace building in Mandu, Madhya Pradesh Province, India. The elegant and ornate Islamic architecture of the palace ruins, with their intricate archways and overgrown foliage, create a striking backdrop to the simple scene. The grandeur of the historical site is juxtaposed with the present-day reality of the young boy's task, adding a sense of timelessness to the image. The composition of the photograph is masterful, with the boy and platter positioned in the foreground, drawing the viewer's eye to the intricate details of the palace walls and arches in the background. The play of light and shadow, created by the sun filtering through the archway, adds depth and texture to the image. Mandu, located in the princely state of Madhya Pradesh, is known for its rich history and stunning architecture. This palace, like many others in the area, bears the marks of time and the passage of history. The boy's presence in the scene adds a sense of life and activity to the otherwise still and silent ruins. Ralph Ponsonby Watts, the photographer, captures the beauty and serenity of this historic site, inviting the viewer to imagine the stories that lie within its walls. The photograph is a testament to the power of history to captivate and inspire, even in the most unexpected of places.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
