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The River Front, Benares, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington Menpes
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The River Front, Benares, 1905. Artist: Mortimer Luddington Menpes
The River Front, Benares, 1905. From India, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Flora A. Steel. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1905]
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Adam And Charles Adam And Charles Black Benares British India Busy Flora Annie Flora Annie Steel Ganges Holy Imperialism Menpes Mortimer Luddington Mortimer Luddington Menpes River Ganges Steel Uttar Pradesh Varanasi Hindoostan
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This print titled "The River Front, Benares, 1905" takes us back in time to the bustling city of Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, India. Captured by artist Mortimer Luddington Menpes, this image showcases the vibrant transportation scene along the holy Ganges River. In this early 20th-century snapshot, we see a multitude of boats gracefully gliding through the water as people go about their daily activities. The riverbank is teeming with life and energy as locals and visitors alike engage in various religious rituals and practices. The architectural beauty of Benares is also on display with its stunning buildings lining the riverfront. The colors are vivid and rich, reflecting both the vibrancy of Indian culture and Menpes' artistic eye for detail. This print not only captures a specific moment in history but also serves as a window into British India during the era of imperialism. It offers a glimpse into Hindoostan's geography, religion, and transport systems that were integral to everyday life at that time. "The River Front, Benares" invites viewers to immerse themselves in an enchanting world where spirituality meets urbanity against the backdrop of one of India's most sacred rivers.
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