1955 Rotogravure Burak Muslim Islam Mohurram Muhammad Ajanta India XGRC8

This is an original 1955 duotone rotogravure of bird made of clay and tinsel that is meant to represent Burak which was the animal on which Muhammad ascended to heaven, according to Muslim belief. This bird is used in processions during the Mohurram festival in Ajanta which is located in the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.

CONDITION

This 56+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note: There is printing on the verso.

• Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Duotone
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 7.5 x 10.5 inches; 19 x 27 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: Festival, Ayrangabad, Maharashtra, Asia

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