This engraving, titled “Procession of a Hindoo Woman to the Funeral Pile of her Husband,” is part of the travel account of William Hodge’s time in India. The artwork was painted by Hodge and engraved by W. Skelton. The scene depicts a traditional Hindu funeral procession, where a widow is shown walking toward the funeral pyre of her husband, accompanied by mourners and ceremonial figures. The engraving offers a detailed and somewhat somber representation of the cultural practices surrounding death in India during that period. The background features a lush landscape, with the pyre in the distance and figures playing horns, creating a reverential and solemn atmosphere. The scene reflects the 18th-century Western fascination with and curiosity about Indian customs, particularly those considered exotic or ritualistic.

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