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John Burke — Bhuddist Temple at Ali Musjid

John Burke

Bhuddist Temple at Ali Musjid

1878

Capturing the intersection of Buddhist heritage and colonial military presence, Burke's photograph represents the complex cultural landscape of 19th-century Afghanistan.

Medium
albumen print

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John Burke, Bhuddist Temple at Ali Musjid, 1878

Capturing the intersection of Buddhist heritage and colonial military presence, Burke's photograph represents the complex cultural landscape of 19th-century Afghanistan.

Medium
albumen print
Year
1878
Seen at
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH

Related themes

Monochrome, Albumen Print, Documentary, 19th Century, Photograph, Asia, Temple, Landscape, British, Architecture

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