Title
Gandhi's Birthplace
Date
c. 1950
Format
Publisher
Description
"The spot in Porbander where Mahatama Gandhi was born." In Hinduism, the swastika represents the four directions. Facing right it represents the evolution of the universe; facing left it represents the involution of the universe. Hindus consider the swastika both holy and auspicious and use it to decorate cultural items. (transription of note on the back of the photograph).
Spatial Coverage (Location)
Extent (Pages, Duration, Dimensions)
5 1/4 x 8 1/16 in.
Is Part Of
Asia Collection/South Asia collection/Gandhi photos
Rights
In Copyright - Educational Use Permitted