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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
12"x10" Modern Frame
Add a touch of timeless beauty to your home or office with Media Storehouse's Framed Prints featuring 'The Burning Ghat, Benares' by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder. This stunning black and white photograph, captured by an English photographer in the 19th century, offers a glimpse into the ancient and spiritual city of Benares. The Burning Ghat, also known as Manikarnika Ghat, is a cremation ground where the ashes of the deceased are immersed in the holy Ganges River. This evocative image, from a private collection, is a must-have for those seeking to add depth and character to their space. Let the rich history and cultural significance of this iconic image transport you to another time and place.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) 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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