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Ateseh-Gah, Indians Devoted to the Cult of Fire, Baku, plate 44 from a book
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Ateseh-Gah, Indians Devoted to the Cult of Fire, Baku, plate 44 from a book
STC92672 Ateseh-Gah, Indians Devoted to the Cult of Fire, Baku, plate 44 from a book on the Caucasus, engraved by Leroux, pub. by Alfred Leon Lemercier, 1847 (litho) by Gagarin, Grigori Grigorevich (1810-93) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Russian, out of copyright
Media ID 23365318
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Azerbaidjan Azerbaijan Bakou Mystical Worshipping Zoroastrian Zoroastrians
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The captivating print titled "Ateseh-Gah, Indians Devoted to the Cult of Fire, Baku" takes us on a mesmerizing journey into the mystical world of Zoroastrian worship in Azerbaijan. Plate 44 from a book on the Caucasus, engraved by Leroux and published by Alfred Leon Lemercier in 1847, this lithograph captures an ethereal scene that transports viewers to another time and place. Underneath a starlit night sky, we witness a group of devout Zoroastrians gathered at Ateseh-Gah, their sacred fire temple. Bathed in the warm glow emanating from the flickering flames before them, these individuals engage in fervent religious rituals that have been passed down through generations. The image exudes an air of mystery as it showcases the spiritual devotion and reverence these worshippers hold for fire – a central element in Zoroastrianism. The composition skillfully highlights both individual figures lost deep in prayer and collective unity as they come together to honor their ancient faith. This rare glimpse into Azerbaijani culture offers insight into one of humanity's oldest religions. It serves as a reminder of our shared human desire for connection with something greater than ourselves – be it through religion or spirituality. Through this photograph print by Grigori Grigorevich Gagarin, we are invited to contemplate our own beliefs while marveling at the rich tapestry of cultures that exist across our diverse world.
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