1955 Rotogravure Burak Muslim Islam Mohurram Muhammad Ajanta India XGRC8 VEN3 21 x 18 cm

21 x 18 cm

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1955 Rotogravure Burak Muslim Islam Mohurram Muhammad Ajanta India XGRC8 VEN3 21 x 18 cmThis 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.