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India - Group of Fakins
A black and white lantern slide of a man sitting on a bed of nails. Slide number 36 of Box 221 Boswell Collection Date: circa 1890s
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This intriguing black and white lantern slide, number 36 from Box 221 of the Boswell Collection, captures an image of a man in India, demonstrating his remarkable ability to sit on a bed of nails. Dating back to the late 1890s, this historical photograph offers a unique glimpse into the rich cultural traditions and practices of India during the 19th century. The man in the image is shown seated comfortably on a bed of nails, his expression calm and untroubled. The bed of nails, an integral part of Indian folklore and traditional practices, is believed to symbolize endurance, strength, and spiritual enlightenment. The man's bare feet are placed on a wooden plank, and the bed of nails is arranged meticulously beneath him. The lantern slide, a popular form of visual entertainment during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, would have been projected onto a screen using a lantern, providing a captivating and immersive experience for audiences. The image of the man on the bed of nails would have elicited awe and wonder, showcasing the remarkable feats of human endurance and the mystical practices of India. This photograph is a testament to the enduring fascination with the exotic and the unknown, and the role that photography played in documenting and disseminating images of far-off lands and cultures. The man on the bed of nails remains a powerful symbol of resilience and the human spirit, and this historical lantern slide offers a fascinating window into the past.
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