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View of the Ghats at Benares, 1873 (oil on canvas)
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View of the Ghats at Benares, 1873 (oil on canvas)
824455 View of the Ghats at Benares, 1873 (oil on canvas) by Weeks, Edwin Lord (1849-1903); 47x71 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Ghats at Benares. Edwin Lord Weeks (1849-1903). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1873. 47 x 71cm.); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 22741636
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1870s 1873 American Artist Artist American Background People Benares Bystander Continental Pictures Docked Edwin Lord Weeks Ghat Landmark Large Group Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Moored Natural Phenomena Overlooking Reflected Stationary Water Transport Water Vehicle Water Vessel Weeks 19th Century Painting Natural Space
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This print showcases Edwin Lord Weeks' masterpiece, "View of the Ghats at Benares" painted in 1873. The oil on canvas painting measures 47x71 cm and is part of a private collection. The scene depicts the bustling ghats of Benares, an ancient city in India. In this nineteenth-century urban setting, we see a large group of people going about their daily activities along the riverbank. Women clad in vibrant attire can be seen engaging in conversation while men go about their business nearby. The artist's attention to detail is evident as he captures the reflection of buildings and boats on the calm waters, adding depth and realism to the composition. The smoke rising from fires creates an atmospheric ambiance that transports us back in time. Weeks skillfully portrays both stationary structures and dynamic elements such as moored boats and water transport vessels dotting the river. This juxtaposition highlights the constant movement and energy present within this bustling town. As we take in this stunning artwork, we are transported to late nineteenth-century India, where natural phenomena blend seamlessly with human activity. It serves as a testament to Weeks' talent as an American artist capturing scenes from distant lands. This print by Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate every intricate detail of Weeks' masterpiece while immersing ourselves in its rich historical context.
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