Home > Arts > Artists > N > Alphonse Marie de Neuville
Joguis fakirs, at the Bhopal Fair, are religious beggars who almost bare
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
Joguis fakirs, at the Bhopal Fair, are religious beggars who almost bare
LSE4329561 Joguis fakirs, at the Bhopal Fair, are religious beggars who almost bare and their hair spars, walk around shouting and performing a kind of macabre dance, wielding long acere daggers trimmed with steel chainettes, which they sink hallucines into the chest, arms and thighs, until the gifts of auds They seem sufficient, etched after the drawing of A. de Neuville, illustrating the voyage in India of the Rajahs, in 1864-1868, by Louis Rousselet, published in " Le tour du monde" 1873, edited by Edouard Charton, Hachette edition, Paris. Selva Collection. by Neuville, Alphonse Marie de (1835-85); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joguis fakirs, at the Bhopal Fair, are religious beggars who almost bare and their hair spars, walk around shouting and performing a kind of macabre dance, wielding long acere daggers trimmed with steel chainettes, which they sink hallucines into the chest, arms and thighs, until the gifts of auds They seem sufficient, etched after the drawing of A. de Neuville, illustrating the voyage in India of the Rajahs, in 1864-1868, by Louis Rousselet, published in " Le tour du monde" 1873, edited by Edouard Charton, Hachette edition, Paris. Selva Collection.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22300948
© Leonard de Selva / Bridgeman Images
Beggar Dagger Fakir Folk Dance Macabre Dance Mutilation Religious Ecstasy Asian Asian
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> N
> Alphonse Marie de Neuville
> Europe
> France
> Paris
> Dance
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Alphonse Marie de Neuville
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Unknown Artist
> Popular Themes
> Dance
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a mesmerizing scene from the Bhopal Fair in India. The image showcases Joguis fakirs, religious beggars who possess an otherworldly aura as they roam the fairgrounds. Almost bare, their bodies covered only by sparse hair, these enigmatic figures perform a macabre dance that both intrigues and unsettles onlookers. In their hands, they wield long acere daggers adorned with steel chainettes - weapons that hold an air of mysticism. With each rhythmic movement, they sink hallucinogenic substances into their own chests, arms, and thighs. It is through this act of self-inflicted pain that they seek to receive gifts from the audience. The artist A. de Neuville masterfully etched this illustration based on Louis Rousselet's voyage in India between 1864-1868. Published in "Le tour du monde" in 1873 under Edouard Charton's editorial guidance at Hachette edition in Paris, it offers a glimpse into a unique cultural tradition. Leonard de Selva has preserved this remarkable moment through his photography skills for all to appreciate today. This evocative image transports viewers back to a time when ancient customs were still deeply ingrained within society. As we gaze upon this photograph print from Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of the rich tapestry of human experiences found across our diverse world - where spirituality intertwines with spectacle and devotion takes on extraordinary forms.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
