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GM1E53B1IMA01
A boy with a smeared face looks into the camera during Holi celebrations in Kolkata March 11, 2009. Holi, also known as festival of colours, heralds the beginning of spring and is celebrated with great enthusiasm all over India. REUTERS/Jayanta Shaw (INDIA SOCIETY RELIGION)
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Bring the vibrant spirit of Holi into your home with Media Storehouse's exquisite fine art print of REUTERS GM1E53B1IMA01. This captivating image captures the essence of the festival of colors as a young boy with a smeared face gazes into the camera during Holi celebrations in Kolkata. Our high-quality fine art prints are professionally produced using premium materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your decor. Experience the joy and excitement of Holi every day with this beautiful piece of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Reuters photographer Jayanta Shaw, the vibrant spirit of Holi celebrations in Kolkata is beautifully depicted. The image showcases a young boy with a smeared face looking directly into the camera, his eyes filled with curiosity and joy. As he stands amidst a sea of colors, it is evident that he has fully immersed himself in the festivities. Holi, known as the festival of colours, holds great significance in India as it heralds the arrival of spring. This annual celebration is marked by exuberant enthusiasm all over the country. People come together to playfully drench each other in vivid hues of powdered pigments and water, symbolizing unity and harmony. The boy's smudged face serves as a testament to his active participation in this jubilant occasion. His innocent gaze reflects both excitement and wonderment at being part of such an extraordinary event. Through his expression, we can almost feel his contagious energy radiating from within. Jayanta Shaw's skillful composition captures not only the essence of Holi but also highlights its cultural importance within Indian society. This photograph reminds us that festivals like these are more than just colorful spectacles; they represent traditions passed down through generations that bring communities closer together.
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