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Pig-stickers, Beware!, 1878
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Pig-stickers, Beware!, 1878
Pig-stickers, Beware!, 1878. Lord Lytton, the Viceroy of India, wearing a topee, tests the point of a spear as his horse rears. The Indians behind him urge him to spear the Afghan Boar which is escaping, passing bears tracks which represent Russia, a useful ally to Britain as it bordered Afghanistan. Below is a poem on pig-sticking, a popular sport during the period of the British Raj in India. From Punch, or the London Charivari, November 9, 1878
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In this print titled "Pig-stickers, Beware!, 1878" we are transported back to the era of British colonialism in India. The image captures Lord Lytton, the Viceroy of India, dressed in his uniform and wearing a topee (hat), engaging in the popular sport of pig-sticking. As his horse rears up, Lord Lytton tests the point of a spear while Indians behind him urge him to spear an Afghan Boar that is escaping. The print also cleverly incorporates elements symbolizing political alliances and imperialistic ambitions. Passing bear tracks represent Russia, Britain's useful ally as it bordered Afghanistan during this time period. Below the image is a poem on pig-sticking, highlighting its popularity during the British Raj. Created by Edward Linley Sambourne, this caricature-like engraving uses satire to depict Lord Lytton's hesitation towards pursuing the boar. It offers commentary on both hunting as a sport and Britain's involvement in conflicts such as the Afghan War. This heritage image provides us with a glimpse into 19th-century India under British rule. It showcases not only aspects of leisure activities but also hints at larger themes such as imperialism and warfare prevalent during that era.
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