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Poster Print : View of the Sacred Tank in the Great Pagoda, January-March 1858. Creator: Captain Linnaeus Tripe
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View of the Sacred Tank in the Great Pagoda, January-March 1858. Creator: Captain Linnaeus Tripe
View of the Sacred Tank in the Great Pagoda, January-March 1858
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning image captures the breathtaking View of the Sacred Tank in the Great Pagoda, taken by renowned British photographer Captain Linnaeus Tripe in January-March 1858. A must-have for history buffs and art enthusiasts, this print transports you to a bygone era with its intricate details and vibrant colors. Bring the rich history of the Great Pagoda into your home or office and add a touch of timeless beauty to your space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 54.3cm x 42cm (21.4" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
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View of the Sacred Tank in the Great Pagoda, January-March 1858
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. This print by Captain Linnaeus Tripe transports us back to the enchanting world of 19th-century India. The image showcases the mesmerizing Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, also known as the Meenakshi Amman Temple, located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The photograph captures a serene moment at this sacred site, with its magnificent gopuram (tower) rising majestically against the sky. The temple's intricate architecture is beautifully highlighted in this albumen silver print from a waxed paper negative. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, we are transported to a time when British explorers like Captain Linnaeus Tripe documented India's rich cultural heritage. His lens perfectly captures not only the grandeur of the temple but also its spiritual significance. The focal point of this image is undoubtedly the sacred tank that lies before us. Its tranquil waters reflect both architectural splendor and religious devotion. This tank holds immense importance for Hindu worshippers who come here to purify their souls through ritualistic bathing. Displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art as part of their Heritage Art collection, Tripe's photograph serves as a visual testament to India's deep-rooted traditions and artistic brilliance. It invites viewers to immerse themselves in an era long gone yet forever preserved through these remarkable images. Through his lens, Captain Linnaeus Tripe
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