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Fine Art Print : The Coorg Harvest Festival, Madras, 1852
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The Coorg Harvest Festival, Madras, 1852
Engraving showing the Coorg Harvest Festival held in Madras, India, 1852. This festival was an annual event held just prior to the farmers gathering the harvest. This image showing a traditional dance with each of the male dancers holding two sticks. Following the dances were games and bouts of single combat with swords
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1852 Annual Bouts Combat Dancers Dances Farmers Festival Gathering Harvest Held Madras Prior Sticks Swords Coorg Games
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of India with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating engraving, titled "The Coorg Harvest Festival, Madras, 1852," showcases the annual celebration held in Madras (now Chennai) prior to the farmers' harvest. The intricate details of the traditional attire, vibrant colors, and lively expressions of the festival participants transport you to a bygone era. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring a touch of history and artistry to your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 32.5cm (21" x 12.8")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 engraving captures the vibrant and lively atmosphere of the Coorg Harvest Festival, an annual event held in Madras, India, in December of 1852. The image showcases a traditional dance performance, where each male dancer gracefully holds two sticks in their hands. The Coorg Harvest Festival was an important occasion for the local farmers, held just prior to the gathering of the harvest. Following the dances, the festivities continued with various games and bouts of single combat using swords. The Coorg region, located in the southern part of Karnataka state, is known for its rich agricultural lands and unique cultural traditions. The harvest festival was an essential part of the community's social calendar, bringing people together to celebrate the hard work and success of the farming season. The intricate details of the engraving provide a glimpse into the historical significance of the event, showcasing the traditional attire, music, and dance moves of the region. The use of sticks in the dance is a common feature of many traditional Indian dances, representing various aspects of nature and the harvest. The bouts of single combat, depicted in the image, were an integral part of the festival, symbolizing strength, courage, and unity among the community. The image serves as an important reminder of the rich cultural heritage and traditions that continue to thrive in India, even as the country undergoes rapid modernization and globalization. This beautiful and historic image, from the ILN (Illustrated London News) archives, offers a unique insight into the past, providing a visual representation of the Coorg Harvest Festival that continues to captivate and inspire generations.
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