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Poster Print : Man suspended by hooks, swung through air at ceremony honouring Mariatale, goddess
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Man suspended by hooks, swung through air at ceremony honouring Mariatale, goddess
Man suspended by hooks, swung through air at ceremony honouring Mariatale, goddess of Smallpox at her temple at Negapattam, Southern India. Maritale was mother of Parasurama (Vishnus 6th Avatar or incarnation) From Charles Gold Oriental Drawings London, 1806
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Media ID 9784525
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1806 Avatar Ceremony Charles Drawings Epidemic Goddess Gold Hindu India Medicine Mother Oriental Smallpox Southern Suspended Vishnu Honouring Hooks Incarnation Swung
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the rich cultural traditions of Southern India with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image from Universal Images Group (UIG) showcases a man suspended by hooks during a ceremony honoring Mariatale, the goddess of Smallpox. Suspended in mid-air, the man pays homage to Mariatale at her temple in Negapattam. Add this beautiful and intriguing print to your home or office to showcase the unique and diverse customs of India's past. Order now and bring a piece of history into 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 54.5cm x 42cm (21.5" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Charles Gold in 1806, we witness a mesmerizing ceremony held at the temple of Negapattam in Southern India. The focal point of the image is a brave man suspended by hooks, fearlessly swinging through the air as part of an extraordinary ritual honoring Mariatale, the revered goddess of Smallpox. Mariatale holds great significance in Hindu religion as she is believed to be the mother of Parasurama, who is considered Vishnu's sixth Avatar or incarnation. This ancient practice showcases the deep-rooted faith and devotion that exists within Indian culture. The atmosphere surrounding this ceremony is filled with both awe and reverence. As onlookers gather around, their eyes fixed upon this courageous individual defying gravity, one cannot help but marvel at his strength and endurance. It serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's ability to overcome adversity even during times plagued by epidemics such as smallpox. Charles Gold's Oriental Drawings London provides us with a glimpse into this mystical event that blends spirituality and medicine seamlessly. The intricate details captured in this print allow us to appreciate not only the physical feat being performed but also the rich tapestry of beliefs woven into every aspect of Indian society. This photograph stands as a testament to our collective human experience - showcasing our unwavering determination to honor tradition while seeking solace from divine forces during challenging times.
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