Photographic Print > Europe > Romania > Bucharest
Photographic Print : Woman burns incense in front of the graves of her relatives at a cemetery in the village
Photo Prints from Reuters
Woman burns incense in front of the graves of her relatives at a cemetery in the village
A woman burns incense in front of the graves of her relatives at a cemetery in the village of Copaciu, southwest of Bucharest, early morning April 17, 2014. Orthodox women went to church and cemeteries in the early morning on Maundy Thursday to light candles, burn incense and mourn their dead relatives as part of a southern Romanian tradition. Maundy Thursday, or Holy Thursday, is the day Christians commemorate the Last Supper of Jesus Christ. Romanias Christian Orthodox majority will celebrate Easter on April 20 together with Catholic believers. REUTERS/Bogdan Cristel (ROMANIA - Tags: RELIGION SOCIETY TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)
Reuters photo archive features some of the most dramatic and iconic moments ever captured
Media ID 19908943
Burnt Cemetery Cross Shape Dead Death Evening Faith Family Fire Grave Tomb Night Pray Prayer Praying Religion Shrub Smoke Fire Traditional Worship Worshipper Incense Top Pictures Unrecognisable
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Capture the poignant essence of tradition and reverence with our Media Storehouse Photographic Print of 'A Woman Burning Incense' by Bogdan Cristel. This evocative image, originally published by Reuters, transports you to the serene village of Copaciu, where early morning finds a woman tenderly honoring her ancestors. The ethereal smoke of the burning incense contrasts beautifully against the crisp morning air and the somber, timeless beauty of the cemetery. Bring this powerful moment of reflection into your home or office space and let the enduring story of this photograph touch your heart.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.6cm (11" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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.
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Europe
> Romania
> Bucharest
> Europe
> Romania
> Related Images
> Reuters Images
> New
> Reuters Images
> Reuters
> Romania
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we witness a poignant moment of remembrance and devotion. A woman stands before the graves of her loved ones in the tranquil cemetery village of Copaciu, southwest of Bucharest. It is early morning on Maundy Thursday, a significant day for Christians as they commemorate the Last Supper of Jesus Christ. The woman delicately holds incense in her hand, its fragrant smoke gently rising towards the heavens. With closed eyes and bowed head, she offers prayers for her departed relatives. The flickering flames from candles illuminate her face, casting an ethereal glow upon her features. Surrounded by nature's embrace and embraced by faith, this solemn ritual carries deep meaning for Orthodox women like her. As part of a cherished southern Romanian tradition, these devoted worshippers gather at churches and cemeteries to honor their deceased family members. The composition captures both the intimacy and universality of grief and loss experienced by people across cultures. The creative use of light creates a cross-shaped silhouette against the backdrop of tombstones and shrubs. Through this powerful image frozen in time, we are reminded that even amidst death's somber presence lies hope - hope that our prayers will reach those who have passed away; hope that love transcends earthly boundaries; hope that traditions can provide solace in times of sorrow. (Photo credit: Bogdan Cristel/Reuters)
MADE IN THE USA
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.
