Ellora, Group of Mahadeo and Pururety in the Dhuwmar Leoa c. 1869

Curator: Looking at Colin Murray's photograph, “Ellora, Group of Mahadeo and Pururety in the Dhuwmar Leoa,” I’m immediately drawn to the almost tactile sense of age it conveys. Editor: It feels like stepping back in time. I can almost feel the cool, damp stone and smell the dust of centuries. The texture in this image is remarkable; the contrast of light and shadow emphasizes the carving, doesn't it? Curator: Precisely. Murray's composition—the way he captures the intricate details of the figures, the depth of the cave—invites you to contemplate the artistry of the carvings themselves. Editor: It definitely has a spiritual quality, a sense of mystery, of being in the presence of something ancient and powerful. Curator: Yes, I think that’s partly why I find it so affecting. It's more than just a historical record; it's a portal. Editor: Well said. It certainly makes you think about the stories held within these stones.