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A bearded man stands in front of 3 ornately carved columns
Black and white. A bearded man stands in front of 3 ornately carved columns which are falling into disrepair - one of them has lost its middle section. At least of of the carvings represents Buddha. There are some bottles and bowls with distinctive shapes next to this column. Believed to be an image of some part of the Ajanta cave complex. This complex dates from the 2nd century BCE, and is located in the Aurangabad region of Maharashtra, India.. Part of Box 365, Miscellaneous Part 1. Slide number 5. Date: circa 1900
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A hauntingly beautiful image of a bearded man standing in front of three ornately carved columns, two of which are in a state of disrepair. The middle section of one column has fallen off, leaving intricate carvings exposed to the elements. Among the columns, one distinctively features a representation of Buddha, adding a spiritual dimension to the scene. Scattered next to this column are bottles and bowls with distinctive shapes, possibly used for religious rituals. This evocative photograph is believed to be an image of some part of the ancient Ajanta Cave Complex, located in the Aurangabad region of Maharashtra, India. The Ajanta Caves, which date back to the 2nd century BCE, are renowned for their stunning rock-cut Buddhist temples and monasteries. This photograph, part of Box 365, Miscellaneous Part 1, Slide number 5, dates back to circa 1900. The image transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the rich history and cultural heritage of India.
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