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The Burning Ghat, Benares (b / w photo)
2810914 The Burning Ghat, Benares (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning Ghat, Benares. Illustration for Glimpses of India (C B Burrows, 1895).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23470678
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of India through our exquisite selection of fine art prints from Bridgeman Images. This timeless black and white photograph, titled "The Burning Ghat, Benares," captures the haunting beauty and spiritual significance of one of India's most iconic sites. Taken by an English photographer in the 19th century, this rare and evocative image invites you to explore the depths of human existence and the cycle of life and death. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the mystique of Benares into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "The Burning Ghat, Benares" takes us back to 19th century India. Captured by an English photographer, this image offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Benares (now known as Varanasi), a city renowned for its spiritual significance. The photograph showcases the burning ghat, a sacred site where Hindus cremate their deceased loved ones. The scene is both haunting and mesmerizing, with billowing smoke rising from funeral pyres against the backdrop of ancient temples and bustling riverside activity. As we delve deeper into this historical moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the diversity that defines India. The locals dressed in traditional attire add depth to the composition, reflecting Indian culture's vibrant tapestry. This powerful image not only captures a specific place but also encapsulates universal themes of life and death. It invites contemplation about mortality while celebrating the rituals that shape our existence. "The Burning Ghat, Benares" serves as a visual portal connecting us to an era long gone yet still resonating with timeless emotions. Through this photograph's lens, we witness Asia's allure unfold before our eyes – its mystique forever etched in monochrome beauty.
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