Greetings Card : Ruined building in India
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Ruined building in India
A ruined building, probably a temple or shrine, in India in the early 1920s. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts
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Media ID 4414797
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Columns Over Grown Ponsonby Ralph Rocks Rubble Ruin Ruined Shrine Stones
Greetings Card (A5)
"Breathtakingly beautiful and rich in history, our Ruined Building in India greeting cards from Media Storehouse are a captivating addition to your collection. Featuring an evocative image from the early 1920s, this Ruined Temple or Shrine in India, photographed by Ralph Ponsonby Watts, is a testament to the enduring allure of the subcontinent's past. Printed on high-quality cardstock, these cards are perfect for expressing heartfelt sentiments and transporting your loved ones to faraway lands. Bring a touch of history and culture to your correspondence with Media Storehouse's Ruined Building in India greeting cards, exclusively licensed from Mary Evans Prints Online."
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21cm x 14.5cm (8.3" x 5.7")
Estimated Product Size is 21cm x 29cm (8.3" x 11.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of time and the relentless passage of history as it depicts a ruined temple or shrine in India during the early 1920s. Taken by renowned photographer Ralph Ponsonby Watts, the image transports us back in time, inviting us to ponder the stories that lie hidden within the crumbling walls and overgrown foliage. The temple, shrouded in mystery, stands amidst a backdrop of rocks and rubble, its once grand columns now partially concealed by the encroaching vegetation. The intricate carvings and ornate designs that once adorned the building are now barely discernible, a testament to the inexorable march of time. The image offers a glimpse into India's rich and complex history, a history that is as much about decay and transformation as it is about growth and renewal. The temple, now a relic of the past, serves as a reminder of the ephemeral nature of human creations and the enduring power of nature. Ralph Ponsonby Watts, a British photographer who spent several years in India during the 1920s, captured this moment in time with remarkable skill and sensitivity. His photograph is not just a record of a bygone era, but a work of art that evokes a sense of wonder and melancholy, leaving us with a deep appreciation for the beauty and fragility of the world around us.
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