Reliëf van de Borobudur (Boroboedoer), nabij Magelang, Nederlands-Indië by Onnes Kurkdjian

Reliëf van de Borobudur (Boroboedoer), nabij Magelang, Nederlands-Indië c. 1895 - 1915

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snowscape

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sculpture

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charcoal drawing

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possibly oil pastel

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charcoal art

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carved into stone

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underpainting

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tonal art

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mixed medium

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watercolor

This photograph, taken between 1895 and 1915 by Onnes Kurkdjian, showcases a relief panel from the Borobudur temple in Java, Indonesia. The image depicts a scene of figures, likely from a Buddhist narrative, set against a backdrop of stylized waves and a ship. The intricate details of the carving, captured in the photograph, highlight the impressive craftsmanship of the Borobudur monument, a testament to the artistic legacy of the ancient Javanese culture. This black and white photograph is a valuable document of a significant historical and religious site.

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