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Body suspension festival of Mariatal or Chidi Mari, India
Festival of Mariatal, Churrack-Pooja, Carak Puja or Chidi Mari, near Pondicheri, India. Hindu devotees are suspended by hooks in the skin from long poles and lifted into the air in honour of the goddess Draupadi. Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Andrea Bernieri after Francois Solvyns from Giulio Ferrarios Ancient and Modern Costumes of all the Peoples of the World, Florence, Italy, 1844
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Body Devotees Elephant Ferrario Festival Giulio Hindu Hooks Mari Palanquin Piercing Poles Ritual Skin Spectators Suspended Suspension Draupadi Puja
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Experience the vibrant and captivating culture of India with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the Festival of Mariatal. This stunning image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the unique and powerful Hindu ritual of Chidi Mari or Carak Puja. Witness the devotees suspended by hooks in an intricate dance of faith and devotion. Our high-quality metal prints bring the rich colors and details of this extraordinary event right into your home or office, making it a truly mesmerizing conversation starter. Order now and let the essence of India's vibrant traditions be a part of your daily life.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
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Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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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This image depicts the unique and intriguing Festival of Mariatal, also known as Chidi Mari or Churrack-Pooja, which takes place near Pondicherry, India. In this Hindu ritual, devotees suspend themselves from long poles using hooks pierced through their skin, in an act of devotion and honor to the goddess Draupadi. The crowd of onlookers, both in awe and reverence, gather around to witness this extraordinary spectacle. The devotees, with their bodies suspended in mid-air, display an unwavering commitment to their faith, as they are lifted higher and higher by their fellow worshippers. The use of hooks and suspension is believed to represent the union of the soul with the divine. In the foreground, an elegantly decorated elephant carrying a palanquin adds to the grandeur and opulence of the scene. The handcoloured copperplate drawing, engraved by Andrea Bernieri after Francois Solvyns, captures the essence of this ancient and modern costumes of all the Peoples of the World, as documented by Giulio Ferrario in 1844. The intricate details and vibrant colours bring this remarkable moment in time to life, allowing us to witness the rich and diverse cultural traditions of India.
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