Framed Print : Hundu Festival
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Hundu Festival
The Thaipusan Festival in Singapore where self- mutilation plays a key role. Here the Kavardie-bearer moves through the crowd out of the temple grounds. Date: February 1964
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1964 Bearer Feathers Festival Grounds Hindu Hinduism Moves Mutilation Peacock Plays Role Singapore Unlucky
12"x10" Modern Frame
Experience the vibrant colors and rich cultural traditions of the Thaipusam Hindu Festival with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image showcases the dedication and devotion of the Kavade-bearer as he makes his way through the crowd, leaving the temple grounds in February 1964. Add this beautiful work of art to your home or office to bring a touch of exotic beauty and intrigue. Our high-quality framed prints are carefully crafted to preserve the vivid details and authenticity of the original photograph, making it a cherished addition to any collection. Order now and bring the spirit of the Thaipusam Festival into your space.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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 evocative photograph captures the intensity and devotion of The Thaipusam Hindu Festival in Singapore, which took place in February 1964. The image focuses on a Kavadi-bearer, a devotee who carries a burden or a Kavadi as an offering to the god Lord Murugan. The Kavadi is adorned with piercings, hooks, and spikes, some of which are attached to the bearer's body, and feathers of a peacock, symbolizing purity and renewal. The crowd, a sea of devoted worshippers, watches in awe and reverence as the bearer moves through the temple grounds. The Thaipusam festival is known for self-mutilation, which is considered an act of penance and devotion for some Hindu followers. The bearer's unflinching determination and the deep concentration on his face convey the immense faith and commitment of the devotees. The Thaipusam festival is an essential part of the Tamil Hindu community in Singapore and is celebrated annually. The festival commemorates Lord Murugan's victory over the demon Soorasamharam and his role as the god of war, love, and fertility. This photograph, taken in the 1960s, offers a unique glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and religious practices of the Hindu community in Singapore during that era. The image is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the human spirit, as the Kavadi-bearer moves through the crowd, unyielding in his devotion.
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