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Fording The Kelani
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Fording The Kelani
circa 1900: Two men fording the Kelani at Ruanwella in Sri Lanka on an elephant. (Photo by Spencer Arnold Collection/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Spencer Arnold Collection
Media ID 31584783
Elephant Format Portrait Working Animal
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This print takes us back in time to the early 1900s, capturing a remarkable moment of adventure and resilience. In this portrait format image, we witness two courageous men fording the mighty Kelani River in Ruanwella, Sri Lanka on the back of an awe-inspiring elephant. The sheer scale of the elephant against the vastness of its surroundings is truly humbling. Its wrinkled skin tells tales of wisdom and experience, while its powerful presence exudes strength and determination. This magnificent creature stands as a symbol of both beauty and utility - a working animal that has been an integral part of Asian culture for centuries. As we delve into this evocative photograph from Spencer Arnold Collection's archives, our imagination runs wild with questions about these men's journey. What challenges did they face? What secrets lie hidden beneath those rippling waters? The viewer is left to ponder their story, their purpose for crossing such treacherous terrain. Through this mesmerizing snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to another era where man and beast worked together harmoniously amidst nature's wonders. It serves as a reminder that there is much to learn from history; it urges us to appreciate the symbiotic relationship between humans and animals that has shaped civilizations throughout time. Spencer Arnold Collection's masterful capture invites us to reflect on our own connection with nature while celebrating the timeless bond between man and his loyal companion – an enchanting tribute captured forever on film.
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