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Fine Art Print : A man walks through the dried-up Puzhal reservoir, on the outskirts in Chennai
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A man walks through the dried-up Puzhal reservoir, on the outskirts in Chennai
A man walks through the dried-up Puzhal reservoir, on the outskirts in Chennai, India, June 20, 2019. REUTERS/P. Ravikumar - RC1C4DEC0FC0
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Media ID 19254142
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw beauty and poignancy of nature's transformation with our Fine Art Print of "A Man Walks Through the Dried-Up Puzhal Reservoir" by P. Ravikumar. This evocative image, originally published by Reuters, captures the desolate scene of a man navigating the once vibrant and life-giving reservoir on the outskirts of Chennai, India, now a victim of drought. Add this powerful piece to your collection and bring the story of resilience and survival into your home or office space. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and printing techniques to ensure the highest quality and longevity.
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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
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.
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In this poignant image captured by P. Ravikumar, we witness the harsh reality of Chennai's water crisis. The photograph depicts a man walking through the desolate expanse of the dried-up Puzhal reservoir on the outskirts of Chennai, India. As he traverses the cracked earth and barren landscape, his solitary figure serves as a powerful symbol of resilience in the face of adversity. The severity of Chennai's water scarcity is palpable in this snapshot. Once a vital source of freshwater for millions, Puzhal reservoir now stands as an emblematic reminder of nature's fragility and mankind's unsustainable practices. With climate change exacerbating drought conditions and rapid urbanization straining resources further, communities are left grappling with dire consequences. This image prompts us to reflect upon our collective responsibility towards conserving precious natural resources like water. It compels us to question our consumption patterns and advocate for sustainable solutions that can alleviate such crises in vulnerable regions around the world. Through his lens, Ravikumar captures not only a visually striking scene but also invites viewers to empathize with those affected by this ecological catastrophe. This photograph serves as both documentation and advocacy—urging us all to take action before more landscapes succumb to aridity and countless lives are impacted by its repercussions.
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