Balinese cremation tower carried in a funeral procession – Historic Print
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Few images capture their era like this historic image of Balinese cremation tower carried in a funeral procession. It comes from the Snapshots of the Past collection, curated over 25 years for its historical value.
The framed print arrives ready to hang; the unframed option suits custom framing. It makes a striking addition to a living room, study or office, and a thoughtful gift. Free shipping in the lower 48 states. Snapshots of the Past has been bringing history to the wall since 2001, for tens of thousands of customers worldwide.
Balinese cremation tower carried in a funeral procession
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Carried high on the shoulders of many bearers, this multi-tiered cremation tower, or *bade*, is built from bamboo, wood, and colored paper and cloth, and it is meant to be burned with the body it carries. In Bali, such processions move through village streets to the cemetery, often accompanied by gamelan music and crowds of mourners. The number of tiers and the ornament reflect the status of the deceased family, and the tower's final burning is understood as releasing the soul toward its next life. The tower is an ephemeral structure, made to be destroyed, so a photograph of it in motion preserves something that would otherwise vanish within hours.
| Original scan | 6,027 × 7,930 px · prints to 20 × 26 in at 300 dpi |
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| Reference | tif09659_Towerusedtotransportthedeadtot |
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