Premium Framed Print : British Official, India
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British Official, India
A British government official is smoking his native hookah when in comes an Indian who greets him with the traditional salaam
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Media ID 4342011
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1834 Abroad Greets Hookah Official Europeans
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in history when British officials were stationed in India during the 19th century. The image shows a British government official leisurely smoking his native hookah, a traditional water pipe commonly used in Indian culture. As he enjoys his smoke, an Indian man enters the room and greets him with the customary salaam gesture, showing respect and deference to the official.
The scene is rich with historical significance as it depicts the cultural exchange between Europeans and Indians during this time period. It offers a glimpse into the complex dynamics of colonial rule, where British officials lived among local populations while maintaining their own customs and traditions.
The setting of this photograph is reminiscent of a bygone era when travel abroad was rare and exotic. The official's relaxed posture and casual attire contrast with the formality of his Indian counterpart, highlighting the power dynamics at play.
Overall, this print serves as a window into a fascinating chapter of history that shaped both India and Britain. It is a reminder of how different cultures can coexist and interact, even amidst colonial tensions.
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