Haut-reliëf met Shiva als Nataraja in de grotten van Elefanta c. 1895 - 1915

This photograph, taken between 1895 and 1915, captures a detail of the famous Shiva Nataraja relief at the Elephanta Caves near Mumbai, India. The image focuses on Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction and creation, depicted in his iconic dance pose, surrounded by smaller figures. The photograph, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the intricate details and grandeur of this ancient Hindu temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The image offers a perspective on early 20th-century photography and the documentation of cultural heritage in India.