Poster Print > Agence France-Presse (AFP) > Travel > India
Poster Print : India-Society-Widows-Festival-Holi
Poster Prints from Agence France-Presse (AFP)
India-Society-Widows-Festival-Holi
An Indian widow, seen smeared with coloured powder, rests after celebrating Holi in Vrindavan on March 14, 2014. Breaking centuries-old tradition, around 1, 000 widows living in the holy city of Vrindavan celebrated the spring colour festival of Holi at Meera Sahabhagini Sadan in Vrindavan. In a symbolic gesture, the widows celebrated Holi with colours and gulal unlike the previous year where they only sprinkled flower petals over each other. As per Indian tradition, widows are considered social outcasts and refrain from celebrating Holi. AFP PHOTO/Prakash SINGH / AFP PHOTO / PRAKASH SINGH
Agence France-Presse (AFP) is a Global news agency delivering fast, accurate, in-depth coverage of the events shaping our world from conflicts to politics, economics, sports, entertainment and the latest breakthroughs in health, science and technology
AFP
Media ID 12184154
© Agence France-Presse (AFP) - All Rights Reserved
Festival Illustration Portrait Vertical Woman Hands Folded Holi Widow
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the vibrant colors and rich culture of India to your home or office with Media Storehouse's poster prints. This stunning image, "India-Society-Widows-Festival-Holi" by PRAKASH SINGH of Agence France-Presse (AFP), captures the essence of the Holi festival as a widow takes a rest, smeared with colorful powders in Vrindavan on March 14, 2014. Breaking centuries-old traditions, this poignant and beautiful moment encapsulates the spirit of unity, joy, and rebirth that Holi represents. Add this captivating poster print to your collection and let the radiance of India's culture brighten up your space.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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 Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this powerful print captured by Prakash Singh, an Indian widow is seen resting after celebrating Holi in Vrindavan. The image showcases a significant break from centuries-old tradition as around 1,000 widows living in the holy city of Vrindavan participated in the spring color festival at Meera Sahabhagini Sadan. Traditionally considered social outcasts, widows are often excluded from participating in joyous celebrations like Holi. However, this poignant moment captures a symbolic gesture of empowerment and inclusion as these brave women embraced the vibrant colors and gulal that define this festive occasion. The woman's portrait reflects both strength and vulnerability. Her face is smeared with colored powder, symbolizing her willingness to challenge societal norms while also revealing traces of weariness from her journey. With hands folded together, she embodies grace and resilience amidst adversity. This photograph serves as a reminder of the power of unity and breaking barriers. It highlights how traditions can evolve to embrace inclusivity and provide opportunities for marginalized individuals to reclaim their rightful place within society. Prakash Singh's lens beautifully captures not only the physical transformation brought about by Holi but also the emotional liberation experienced by these widows during this celebration. This image stands as a testament to their courage and determination to redefine their own narratives despite societal constraints.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
