Ruins of the Ancient City ‘Gour’
This print, titled Ruins of the Ancient City of Gour, offers a poignant glimpse into the remnants of one of India's once-great cities, located along the banks of the Ganges River. At the center of the composition stands a majestic, intricately adorned entrance gate, a testament to the architectural brilliance and cultural richness of Gour in its prime. Now weathered by time, the gate is partially overgrown with trees and enveloped in tall grasses, highlighting the gradual reclaiming of the site by nature and the enduring presence of history in the landscape.Daniell masterfully combines romanticism and documentary precision, capturing both the grandeur and decay of this historic site.
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DIMENSIONS/ SIZE
49 x 66 cm
COLLECTION THEME ( OUT OF THE 5 )
Art
GALLERY
Gallery D
OBJECT TYPE
Print
REGION
Print produced in London
ACCESSION NO. / MUSEUM ID NO.
Art.2620
TIME PERIOD
18th Century CE
MATERIAL
Coloured Aquatint on Paper
