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Dasara festival - Gurkhas - NWFP
Gurkhas sacrificing a water buffalo as part of the Dasara festival, held for 10 days in September October. This regiment are British colonial forces stationed in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) in territory which is now part of Pakistan. Date: 1920s
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Afghan Barrack Barracks Belief Buffalo Buffalos Courtyard Festival Frontier Gurkha Gurkhas Hindu Hinduism Hindus Nepalese Nwfp Onlookers Pakistan Pakistani Regiment Sacrifice Sacrifices Sacrificing Territory
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich cultural traditions of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the Dasara festival - Gurkhas from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the sacred ritual of Gurkha soldiers sacrificing a water buffalo during the 10-day celebration held in September-October in the North West Frontier Province. Add a touch of history and artistry to your home or office with this beautifully detailed, rights-managed print. Order now and bring the vibrant colors and stories of this unique festival into your space.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 33.7cm x 53.3cm (13.3" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the sacred ritual of Dasara, a ten-day Hindu festival celebrated in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) during September-October in the 1920s. The scene unfolds in the courtyard of a British colonial barracks, where Gurkha regiment soldiers, hailing from Nepal, perform an essential part of the festival. Gurkhas, renowned for their bravery and loyalty, were an integral part of the British colonial forces in the region, which is now part of Pakistan. The photograph shows these soldiers, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, preparing to sacrifice a water buffalo. The animal, an essential offering to the gods during Dasara, is believed to purify the environment and bring good fortune. The onlookers, a mix of soldiers and local villagers, watch the proceedings with reverence and anticipation. The air is filled with the aroma of incense and the sound of traditional music, adding to the festive atmosphere. The background of the photograph reveals the barrack buildings, a reminder of the British colonial presence in the region. The Gurkha soldiers, with their strong connection to their Nepalese roots and Hindu beliefs, carried out this ancient tradition with great reverence and respect. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the rich cultural history of the region and the complex interplay of religious beliefs, colonialism, and military life during that era.
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