1901 Print Well Purification Ganges River Varanasi Benares India Banks XGZA3

This is an original 1901 black and white halftone print of the Well of Purification on the Ganges River in Varansi (Benares), India. It is believed that the body and soul is purified when washing in this river, particularly in the sacred waters along the banks of Varanasi.CONDITIONThis 110+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. No creases. No natural defects.No surface rub.No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso. Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine Dimensions: Approximately 4.5 x 4.5 inches; 11 x 11 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation) Keywords specific to this image: steps, washing, communal, bathing, Gautama BuddhaXGZA3C01