Photographic Print : Zulu war. Dinizulus slovenly kraal at Usutu. Three of Diniz
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Zulu war. Dinizulus slovenly kraal at Usutu. Three of Diniz
Dinizulus wives in demure European dress, were allowed to accompany him to his trial in Pietermaritzburg in January 1908
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14"x11" Photo Print
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 22.4cm (14" x 8.8")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 evocative photograph captures the historic moment when Dinizulu, the last Zulu king to resist British colonial rule in South Africa, appeared before the Pietermaritzburg High Court in January 1908. Dinizulu, dressed in traditional Zulu attire, is shown in his slovenly kraal at Usutu, surrounded by three of his wives who have been allowed to accompany him to the trial. The wives are dressed in demure European garments, a sign of the cultural clash and the shifting power dynamics at play. The Zulu War, which began in 1879 and lasted intermittently until 1913, was a defining moment in South African history. The conflict arose from the British desire to extend their colonial control over the Zulu kingdom and its resources. Dinizulu, a charismatic leader, was able to rally his people to resist the British invasion, but ultimately, the superior firepower and military tactics of the British forces proved too much for the Zulu army. Despite his defeat, Dinizulu continued to lead his people in guerrilla warfare for several years. He was eventually captured in 1904 and exiled to the remote Bulawayo in present-day Zimbabwe. In 1908, he was brought back to Pietermaritzburg for trial on charges of treason and incitement to rebellion. This photograph, taken during that trial, offers a rare glimpse into the final days of a great African king and the end of an era in South African history. The image is a poignant reminder of the complexities of colonialism and the impact it had on traditional African societies. It also underscores the importance of preserving historical records and artifacts, which help us to better understand the past and the people who shaped it.
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