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Worshipping before an idol, Shwedagon Pagoda, Rangoon, Burma, 1908. Artist: Stereo Travel Co
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Worshipping before an idol, Shwedagon Pagoda, Rangoon, Burma, 1908. Artist: Stereo Travel Co
Worshipping before an idol, Shwedagon Pagoda, Rangoon, Burma, 1908. Buddhist tradition holds that the Shwedagon Pagoda was built before the Buddha died in 486 BC, but archaeologists believe its construction is more likely to date from between the 6th and 10th century. The pagoda is the most sacred site for Burmese Buddhists. Stereoscopic card. Detail
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Buddhist Buddhists Burma Burmese Idol Myanmar Burma Pagoda Rangoon Shwedagon Pagoda Stereo Travel Stereo Travel Co Stereoscopic Stereoscopic Card Worship Worshipper Worshipping Yangon Stereoscopic Photography
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This print captures a moment of deep spirituality and devotion at the Shwedagon Pagoda in Rangoon, Burma, taken in 1908 by the Stereo Travel Co. The image showcases a worshipper kneeling before an idol, immersed in Buddhist tradition. The Shwedagon Pagoda holds immense significance for Burmese Buddhists as it is believed to have been built even before the Buddha's passing in 486 BC. However, archaeological evidence suggests that its construction likely took place between the 6th and 10th century. Regardless of its exact age, this pagoda remains the most sacred site for Burmese Buddhists. In this monochrome photograph, we witness a serene scene where faith meets artistry. The sculpture of the idol exudes intricate craftsmanship while emanating an aura of divinity. The worshipper humbly kneels before it, his posture reflecting reverence and surrender to something greater than himself. Through stereoscopic photography techniques employed by Stereo Travel Co. , this image gains depth and dimensionality that transports us back to early 20th-century Burma. It allows us to immerse ourselves in both religious customs and cultural heritage. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Heritage Images' collection, we are reminded of how art can capture moments frozen in time—moments that hold profound meaning for individuals and communities alike.
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