Lacework on Stone, a photo from Madhya Pradesh, Central

Photographer's Note

Legendary Indian musician, Tansen, who is considered the greatest singer-musician ever born in India was born around 1505 AD near Gwalior. Though a Hindu by birth, Tansen was also a believer in Islam. He was a disciple of Sufi Saint Sheikh Muhammad Ghaus, and after his death the great musician was buried near his spiritual master’s mazaar. According to local folklore, the Sufi Saint also granted the boon of a son to Tansen’s parents, and is therefore venerated as Tansen’s janma daata (the giver of life). According to another version, Mohammad Ghaus was an Afghan prince.

Whatever be the truth, the mazaar (tomb) of Mohammad Ghaus suggests that he was a man held in great esteem. Designed in the typical Mughal style, the tomb is a grand structure that arrests one’s attention. Built in the shape of a large square with hexagonal towers at its corners,the whole building is surmounted by a large dome, which was earlier covered with blue glazed tiles.

Built in late 16th century, the walls of the building have elaborate carved-stone latticework which covers all sides of the building. Its hexagonal pillars and screens using pierced stone technique are simply marvelous, with each panel having a different design. The opulence of this intricate lattice work left me awestruck. Looking out from the semi dark to dark interiors to blinding afternoon light outside, I felt I was looking at fine lacework....perhaps you’ll agree.

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ChrisJ (171794) 2008-12-16 1:18

Hi Angshuman

Nice symmetry between the gold & silver windows, with superb repetition of geometric patterns & shapes. Good sharpness & composition. Tfs!

riclopes (35577) 2008-12-16 1:22

I liked the other a lot, Angshu...here it goes the critic I manage to safe:
Very nice, Angshu. The flowers make a very good foreground and at the same time (and that's the best here) make a wonderful connection bettween the left side and the right side, giving a new interpretation of the gracious shapes and lines. The result is very interesting - as if it was a rino or other strange creature (at left) with two round horns pointing to the sky at right. I like a lot this creative composition.

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This one I know well and you also must know that I love it. The artwork is most impressive and the graphism is amazing. Great exposure and sharpness. Congratulations.
Friendly regards,
ricardo

mapek61 (3913) 2008-12-16 1:23

Witaj Angshuman
Interesting place, nicely displayed. The walls look like embroidery done Richelieu. Good staff, beautiful colors. I feel very like it.
Yours
Marek

jasmis (58653) 2008-12-16 2:11 [Comment]

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Gerrit (62042) 2008-12-16 2:24

Hi Angshu,
very impressive artwork, with every window another dessin.
Beautiful.
Regards, Gerrit

everlasting (19680) 2008-12-16 3:29

A tribute to Aadiil maybe.
The lattice stonework is incredible, so intricate and often from one block of stone! You have postioned yourself very well to take advantge of the silver and gold light. What would have happened if you had stepped back and managed full symmetry?

Budapestman (82620) 2008-12-16 3:48

Dear Angshu,
Great shot from these work of arts with spectacular composition and amazing details. Not an easy work, Congratulations. Have a nice day!
George

carper (96) 2008-12-16 3:50

very beautiful Angshu,
marvelous photo, good how you handled the light, fine photoart, thanks for sharing.
regard jaap

pierrefonds (114325) 2008-12-16 4:11

Hi Angshuman,

The different patterns in the windows are asset to the composition. The point of view is allowing to see the details and colors of the different patterns. The picture is clear and sharp. The way the light is coming trought is putting the interior in the shadow. Have a nice day.

Pierre

Morac (27725) 2008-12-16 4:35

Hello Angshuman,

C'est une très belle composition avec une excellente maîtrise de lumière.
La composition est parfaite grâce à la très belle harmonie entre les deux fenêtres et la bonne mise en valeur de la finesse du travail.
Bonne journée
Marc

feather (51130) 2008-12-16 6:22

We can only imagine the effort involved in making something like this all those years ago. The artwork is stunning and taking the image from inside-looking-out accentuates the patterns and lacework perfectly; more so than the previous exterior shot. Well done
Kath

sayat (2949) 2008-12-16 6:48

Fantastic beauty. A very well captured lacework. Hope to see the place with my own eyes one day. Great shot.

pauloog (11751) 2008-12-16 8:35

Hello Angshuman,
A good composition with beautiful patterns of light. A good note Too.
regards,
Paul

bukitgolfb301 (54014) 2008-12-16 12:06

Hello Angshuman

This is also great masterpiece.
Excellent, I cannot find other words to express. I am sure that your fist job is a photographer and second job is a banker---

Best regards and many thanks

takero

Didi (61589) 2008-12-16 16:20

Hi Angshu
There is a similitude design with Arabic art; interesting work game with the extern lights.
It's a very nice composition.
Best regards.

edytungkal (4551) 2008-12-16 17:23

Its suprising me after opened your picture Angshu, I would say it seem like a fine artwork from long time ago and indeed. And your composition is simple effective playing with the light and the final result is excellent. Well done Angshu friend...thanks

daniel

plimrn (21344) 2008-12-16 22:27

Hi Angshu,
What an amazing work, I can hardly imagine how much work it took to carve these delicate screens. It's interesting how the light on the left is golden. A lovely work.
HLJ, Pat

Graal (103040) 2008-12-16 23:16

Hi Angshuman,
amazing view, like graphical image. Very nice atchitecture, contrast and light. Well photojob. I like it.
Gr., Aleksander

TopGeo (38220) 2008-12-17 0:36

Hi Angshu! marvelous photo It is interesting here the position of the tomb. Also from internal and external many projects and Figures impress, n, an artistic image and POV, Georgios

papagolf21 (152607) 2008-12-17 1:05

Bonjour, mon ami Angshu,
Quelle merveille de beauté. Je suis toujours admiratif par le travail effectué par les artistes artisans qui ont réalisé ce chef-d'oeuvre.
Félicitations pour cette magnifique réalisation. L'intérêt de cette réalisation est manifeste.
Bravo ! une fois de plus.
Amitiés.
Philippe

saylan-cb (12738) 2008-12-17 1:41

Hi Angshuman,
An amazing place wiht great symmetry the of geometric.Very nice compositions and good sharpness.
Well done!
TFS/Regards

avene (12675) 2008-12-17 4:41

hello Angshuman,
you have managed the tricky light very well, the black silhouettes really look like most expensive lacework, I like the delicacy of the scene a lot. the level of detail in yoru photo is amazing, the patterns are perfectly defined. the gradient golden light is a great background, really fine work.

regards,
Kristine

josepmarin (59385) 2008-12-17 12:06

Hi Angshuman,
Fantastic cross-light! You have taken advantage skilfully of the graphism of the silhouettes of these impressive windows and its decorative wealth to create a very beautiful composition with a great aesthetic level, a nice light and a few golden tones.
Congratulations.
Friendly regards,
Josep

patdeph (35750) 2008-12-17 22:46

namaste Angshuman
When I saw the thumbnail,I thought that it was very dark,but I have opened the picture,I have discovered this incredible marvel!This is splendid and really impressive!I like how you have framed,and used the light to give one silvered an one golden window!Superb!
Regards
Pascale

jafadabret (56501) 2008-12-18 8:31

Bonjour Angshu.
Cette photo est d'une très grande beauté. Cette dentelle noire sur fond de couleur est magique.
Beau travail et belle réalisation !
Jacques

marietom (34611) 2008-12-18 10:09

hello Angshu,

this is wonderful ! what a great architecture, with nice details. I like a lot your composition !
Bonne soirée
marie

MarianneS (15338) 2008-12-18 14:15

Impressive!!!!
Hello Angshu, this lace is superb! I always wonder how it was possible to get such details usint stone.
Your photo is full of graphism.
The difference between the part in the front and to the left, thanks to the light, is very interesting.
There is an important default of persepctive to the right. I don't know if it could have been corrected or not. At least, my abilities would not be sufficient I am afraid, otherwise I would have tried a ws because it is a little bit distracting (at least as far as I am concerned).
Anyway, it is a superb composition!
Regards,
Marianne

Atousa (7131) 2008-12-19 7:37

Salam Angshu,

What a beautiful place n what a beautiful artwork!..you managed the light very well n I also like the framing which gives the sense of being surrounded by all those beauties..TFS
Best regards, A

emjleclercq (15778) 2008-12-19 22:56

Your picture is a nice rendition of this lace of stone, with the light going though it and revealing this intricate design.

All the best,

Emmanuel

batalay (41261) 2008-12-24 8:16

Hello Mr. B,

Your note informs this photograph perfectly. Mr. Tansen was not the first, nor will he be the last to want to be safe all fronts — worshiping in different faiths. Incidentally, the word "mezar" is a grave or tomb in Turkish, indicating a common origin (or at least, that the Turkish is a derivative in part from Arabic, as well as Central Asian). The photograph is extraordinary. It is sharp and well conceived and flawlessly implemented.

Warm regards,

Bulent

yquem46 (38752) 2009-03-10 4:11

Namaste Angshu
I missed this one! Also I was in Gwalior and did not see this artwork ! How possible !! it looks like gold and silver laces
really awesome
Bravo
Patrick

Photo Information

Copyright: Angshuman Chatterjee (Angshu) (56760)
Genre: Lugares
Medium: Cor
Date Taken: 2007-12-26
Categories: Arquitectura
Camera: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ5, Leica DC VARIO-ELMARIT 36 - 432mm
Exposição: f/8, 1/40 segundos
More Photo Info: view
Versão da Foto: Versão Original
Relato de Viagem: From Budelkhand to Princely Gwalior
Tema(s): My Pictures, My Favourites [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-12-16 1:14
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