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Benares, Temple of Tárhishwara or Well of Manikarankiá, Late 1860s. Creator: Samuel Bourne
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Benares, Temple of Tárhishwara or Well of Manikarankiá, Late 1860s. Creator: Samuel Bourne
Benares, Temple of Tarhishwara or Well of Manikarankia, Late 1860s
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1860s Benares Uttar Pradesh India Bourne Samuel City Life Citylife Daily Life Ghat Ghats Parasol Parasols Samuel Bourne Varanasi Uttar Pradesh India Waterfront
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Benares, Temple of Tarhishwara or Well of Manikarankia, Late 1860s" is an evocative and captivating photograph taken by the renowned British photographer Samuel Bourne during the late 1860s. The image depicts the Temple of Tarhishwara, also known as the Well of Manikarankia, located on the banks of the sacred Ganges River in the ancient city of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The photograph showcases a stunning architectural facade of the temple, with intricate carvings and ornate details adorning the building's exterior. The temple's red and white stone walls stand out against the backdrop of the clear blue waterfront, reflecting the calm and serene atmosphere of the ghat. The image also captures the daily life of the people of Benares, with several figures dressed in colorful apparel and accessories, including parasols, walking along the ghat. A man in traditional Indian clothing is seen sitting on the steps of the temple, deep in thought, while a woman in a sari is seen washing clothes in the water. The photograph provides a glimpse into the rich heritage and history of Hindoostan, with the Temple of Tarhishwara being an important religious site for Hindus. The image transports us back in time, offering a window into the past and the unique culture and traditions of India during the nineteenth century. This black and white albumen print by Samuel Bourne is now part of the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), and is a testament to the power of photography to capture and preserve the beauty and complexity of the world around us.
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