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Snake charmer, Banares, India
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Snake charmer, Banares, India
A snake charmer sits on the pavement and plays to his cobra, which rears up out of a wicker basket. Banares, India Date: 1986
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1986 Charmer Cobra Eighties Entertainer Pradesh Snake Turban Uttar Varanasi Wicker
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This evocative photograph captures the enchanting scene of a snake charmer at work in the bustling streets of Banares, India, in 1986. The charmer, dressed in a colorful turban and traditional Indian attire, sits cross-legged on the pavement, his focus completely absorbed by the cobra that rears up out of a wicker basket at his feet. The snake, its hood spread wide, seems to be mesmerized by the charmer's flute, its eyes fixed on the source of the haunting melody. The atmosphere is thick with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Indian marketplace, adding to the sense of mystery and wonder. The photograph is a captivating snapshot of a traditional practice that has been a part of Indian culture for centuries, and a reminder of the rich heritage and diversity of the subcontinent. Taken in the 1980s, this image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time and place that is both exotic and intriguing.
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