The Outer Prakarum, or Corridor Around the Temple of the God Sundareshawara 1858

"The Outer Prakarum, or Corridor Around the Temple of the God Sundareshawara" (1858) by Linnaeus Tripe is a striking photographic depiction of the intricate architecture of a Hindu temple in India. Tripe's work as a photographer captured the grandeur of these ancient sites, contributing to the growing fascination with the East in the 19th century. The long, shadowed corridor, lined with intricately carved pillars, creates a sense of depth and mystery. This albumen print, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the power of photography to document and preserve cultural heritage.