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Fireworshippers Baku
Fire-worshippers at Baku, capital of Azerbaijan
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Media ID 4370508
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1860 Azerbaijan Baku Capital Sects Worshippers
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken in the late 1800s, depicts a group of Fireworshippers gathered around a sacred fire in the heart of Baku, the capital city of Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan, located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has a rich history marked by cultural diversity and religious tolerance. This image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the unique religious practices of one of the ancient sects that once thrived in this region. Fire worship, also known as Zoroastrianism, is an ancient religion that originated in Iran over 3,000 years ago. It is believed that fire is a symbol of the divine and a purifier, and Fireworshippers revered fire as a deity. The practice spread to other parts of the world, including Azerbaijan, where it continued to be observed, particularly in Baku, which was known as the 'Land of Eternal Fire' due to the natural gas fires that burn in the area. In this photograph, we see a group of Fireworshippers, dressed in traditional attire, gathered around a fire, their faces illuminated by the flames. The image captures the intensity and devotion of their worship, as they offer their prayers and offerings to the sacred fire. The photograph also reveals the unique architectural features of Baku, with its traditional houses and mosques visible in the background. This photograph is a testament to the rich cultural and religious history of Azerbaijan and offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. It serves as a reminder of the diversity and complexity of the world's religious traditions and the importance of preserving and celebrating them.
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