Ganges Collection (#6)

The Nawab of Murshidabads boats on the Ganges, 1814 (opaque w / c on paper)
874045 The Nawab of Murshidabads boats on the Ganges, 1814 (opaque w/c on paper) by Sita Ram (fl.c.1814-23); 45.5 x64 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Gharial or gavial, Gavialis gangeticus. Critically
Gharial or gavial, Gavialis gangeticus (Gangetic crocodile, Lacerta gangetica). Critically endangered. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Heath after an illustration by George Shaw from his

Ganges river dolphin, Platanista gangetica gangetica, endangered. Illustration drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder

Boats on the Ganges (chromolitho)
735326 Boats on the Ganges (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boats on the Ganges)

Benares, India, burning Ghat, cremation by the Ganges
Benares, India burning Ghat, cremation by the River Ganges. circa 1910

The Ganges (engraving)
2813312 The Ganges (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ganges. Illustration for Chatterbox (1912).); © Look and Learn

The Emigrant-Ship Ganges departing for Canada (engraving)
2772193 The Emigrant-Ship Ganges departing for Canada (engraving) by Tozer, Henry Spernon (c.1870-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Emigrant-Ship Ganges departing for Canada)

The Fortress of Chunar, on the Ganges (engraving)
2771531 The Fortress of Chunar, on the Ganges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fortress of Chunar, on the Ganges)

View of Benares, from the Ganges (engraving)
2771346 View of Benares, from the Ganges (engraving) by Soltykoff, A. (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Benares, from the Ganges)

Sutteeism on the banks of the Ganges - preparing for the immolation of a Hindu widow (engraving)
3626666 Sutteeism on the banks of the Ganges - preparing for the immolation of a Hindu widow (engraving) by English School

The Great Temple, Hurdwar, India (engraving)
972322 The Great Temple, Hurdwar, India (engraving) by Dibdin, Thomas Colman (1810-93) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Temple, Hurdwar (Haridwar), India

The ghat, Hurdwar, India (engraving)
972297 The ghat, Hurdwar, India (engraving) by Dibdin, Thomas Colman (1810-93) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ghat, Hurdwar (Haridwar), India. Hindus bathing in the Ganges

The Fort of Allahabad, and Junction of the Jumna with the Ganges (engraving)
1591527 The Fort of Allahabad, and Junction of the Jumna with the Ganges (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fort of Allahabad)

After the Rains in India, the Ganges in Flood, rescuing the Inhabitants of a Submerged Village (engraving)
1042739 After the Rains in India, the Ganges in Flood, rescuing the Inhabitants of a Submerged Village (engraving) by Small

The Dufferin Railway Bridge over the Ganges, Benares, India (engraving)
1037884 The Dufferin Railway Bridge over the Ganges, Benares, India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dufferin Railway Bridge over the Ganges)

Brahmins worshipping the Ganges (engraving)
967412 Brahmins worshipping the Ganges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brahmins worshipping the Ganges)

The Prince of Wales at Benares (engraving)
1059119 The Prince of Wales at Benares (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Wales at Benares)

Sketches of India (engraving)
1609207 Sketches of India (engraving) by Leitch, Richard Principal (fl.1844-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of India)

The Ganges, near Cawnpore (engraving)
2785793 The Ganges, near Cawnpore (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ganges, near Cawnpore)

Cotton from India, a Cotton Convoy proceeding from Rewah towards the Ganges
1588001 Cotton from India, a Cotton Convoy proceeding from Rewah towards the Ganges, Night Encampment under a Banyan-Tree (engraving) by English School

Cotton from India, a Cotton Fleet descending the Ganges, casting off from Mirzapore Early in the Morning (engraving)
1588000 Cotton from India, a Cotton Fleet descending the Ganges, casting off from Mirzapore Early in the Morning (engraving) by English School

In India, bathing elephants in the Ganges, in "Le Petit Parisien"
LSE4429652 In India, bathing elephants in the Ganges, in " Le Petit Parisien", on 15/07/1906 (engraving) by French School

Part of the Ghaut at Hurdwar, c. 1835 (w / c and gouache on paper)
LMG100078 Part of the Ghaut at Hurdwar, c.1835 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 13.9x21 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

View of the Sutti Chowra Ghat on the Ganges, in Cawnpore (Kanpur), India in 1857
XEE4143137 View of the Sutti Chowra Ghat on the Ganges, in Cawnpore (Kanpur), India in 1857. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Ghat in Hurdwar with hindus bathing in the Ganges (engraving)
819095 The Ghat in Hurdwar with hindus bathing in the Ganges (engraving) by Dibdin, Thomas Colman (1810-93) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ghat, Hurdwar, hindus bathing in the Ganges)

The Ganges entering the plains near Haridwar (engraving)
3626671 The Ganges entering the plains near Haridwar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ganges entering the plains near Haridwar)

Dandi, Ganges river boat, India (chromolitho)
2816967 Dandi, Ganges river boat, India (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dandi, Ganges river boat, India)

South-West Face of the Fortress of Chunur Ghur on the Ganges
WAG13319 South-West Face of the Fortress of Chunur Ghur on the Ganges, Uttar Pradesh (oil on canvas) by Hodges, William (1744-97); 122 x 160.7 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands

Benares on the River Ganges (pencil, pen & ink and w / c on paper)
CH469841 Benares on the River Ganges (pencil, pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Cornish, Hubert (1757-1823); 37.5x54.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Scene at Colgong on the Ganges (engraving)
669701 Scene at Colgong on the Ganges (engraving) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene at Colgong on the Ganges)

The Four Rivers Fountain, 1648-51 (granite, marble and travertine)
XIR28405 The Four Rivers Fountain, 1648-51 (granite, marble and travertine) by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); Piazza Navona, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: The Fountain of the Four Rivers; ); Italian

The Lamp of the Ganges, engraved by W Roffe from the statue by H Timbrell (engraving)
5198879 The Lamp of the Ganges, engraved by W Roffe from the statue by H Timbrell (engraving) by Roffe, William John (fl.1845-89); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lamp of the Ganges)

Benares (Varanasi) on the River Ganges, India (colour litho)
5208439 Benares (Varanasi) on the River Ganges, India (colour litho) by Compton, Edward Theodore (1849-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benares (Varanasi) on the River Ganges, India

Fountain of Oceanus, in the Boboli Garden, Florence, Italy (b / w photo)
6016682 Fountain of Oceanus, in the Boboli Garden, Florence, Italy (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fountain of Oceanus)

Bengal, India (engraving)
6003635 Bengal, India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bengal, India. Illustration for The Childrens Friend (1890).); © Look and Learn

Railway Bridge over the Ganges at Rajghaut (engraving)
1611565 Railway Bridge over the Ganges at Rajghaut (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Railway Bridge over the Ganges at Rajghaut)

"A Scene at a Ghaut on the Banks of the Ganges, "from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy (engraving)
1587604 " A Scene at a Ghaut on the Banks of the Ganges, " from the Exhibition of the Royal Academy (engraving) by Claxton

Water Carriers of the Ganges, c. 1885 (oil on canvas)
1066516 Water Carriers of the Ganges, c.1885 (oil on canvas) by Weeks, Edwin Lord (1849-1903); 62.2x92.7 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; Dallas Art Association Purchase; American

A Trip in a "Flat"from Calcutta to Goalundo up the Hooghly and Ganges (engraving)
1041025 A Trip in a " Flat" from Calcutta to Goalundo up the Hooghly and Ganges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Source of the Ganges, View of the Great Glacier of Rudru-Himaleh, as seen from Gangoutrie (engraving)
1098979 The Source of the Ganges, View of the Great Glacier of Rudru-Himaleh, as seen from Gangoutrie (engraving) by English School

The Royal Visit to India, the Ganges (engraving)
1105868 The Royal Visit to India, the Ganges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Visit to India, the Ganges)

The Fakeers Rock on the Ganges (engraving)
3654007 The Fakeers Rock on the Ganges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fakeers Rock on the Ganges)

Ships of the P and O, Cunard, Orient, Union, and Guion Lines taken over by the Government to Act as Armed Cruisers in
1045003 Ships of the P and O, Cunard, Orient, Union, and Guion Lines taken over by the Government to Act as Armed Cruisers in the Event of a War with Russia (engraving) by English School

Benares, from the Ganges (engraving)
967405 Benares, from the Ganges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Benares, from the Ganges)

The Ganges at Benares, (oil on canvas)
827169 The Ganges at Benares, (oil on canvas) by Weeks, Edwin Lord (1849-1903); 165.4x114 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ganges at Benares. Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903). Oil on canvas

Dasasvamedha Ghat, Benares (Varanasi), Uttar Pradesh, c. 1788-89 (pencil & w / c)
CH378350 Dasasvamedha Ghat, Benares (Varanasi), Uttar Pradesh, c.1788-89 (pencil & w/c) by Daniell, Thomas (1749-1840) & William (1769-1837)

The sacred source of the Ganges (engraving)
725742 The sacred source of the Ganges (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gungootree, the sacred source of the Ganges)

The Red Sea and Arabia Gulf to the supposed Malay Peninsula
BON111062 The Red Sea and Arabia Gulf to the supposed Malay Peninsula, from a Strassburg edition of Ptolemys Geographia (coloured engraving) by Waldseemuller

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"Journey through the Soul of India: The Enchanting Ganges" Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of the Ganges, as depicted in an Indian State Railways poster. A gateway to a world steeped in tradition and spirituality, this iconic river holds countless tales within its sacred waters. Picture an elderly man skillfully playing a sitar by the tranquil banks of the Ganga River. His melodies resonate with centuries-old wisdom and evoke a sense of peace that can only be found amidst nature's harmonious symphony. Intriguingly, even at Folies Bergere, an unexpected connection to the Ganges emerges. "En Pleine Folie" transports you to a realm where cultures intertwine, reminding us that art transcends boundaries and unites diverse souls. Venture further along this mystical journey and discover a partially submerged tilted Shiva temple beneath the ghats. This architectural marvel stands as a testament to devotion despite life's unpredictable tides – just like our own journeys. As musicians play their sitars and tablas on these hallowed shores, their music becomes one with the rhythm of life itself. Their melodies carry prayers whispered by pilgrims seeking solace along this ancient river's edge. Lakshman temple gazes upon Rishikesh from its perch above the Ganges, offering panoramic views that stir both awe and introspection. Here lies serenity amidst bustling crowds; here resides tranquility amid chaos – for such is India's eternal dance. Garhmukhtesar beckons you next through an enticing poster adorning your path. Venture into this hidden gem where time seems suspended; let it reveal secrets known only to those who dare explore beyond well-trodden paths. Buddha himself crosses these sacred waters - his enlightenment mirrored in every ripple upon its surface. The Ganges carries not just physical sustenance but also spiritual nourishment for those who seek enlightenment and inner peace.