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Looting a Broken-down Boer Wagon containing Household Goods (litho)
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Looting a Broken-down Boer Wagon containing Household Goods (litho)
1599683 Looting a Broken-down Boer Wagon containing Household Goods (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Looting a Broken-down Boer Wagon containing Household Goods. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 May 1900.
Melton Prior); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23069214
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Broken Household Goods Looting Second Boer War
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This black and white lithograph, titled "Looting a Broken-down Boer Wagon containing Household Goods" transports us back to the tumultuous times of the Second Boer War in South Africa. Created by Melton Prior, a renowned artist of his time, this print captures a moment of chaos and desperation. In the foreground, we witness soldiers rummaging through the contents of a broken-down Boer wagon. The scene is filled with tension as men hastily grab household goods scattered around them. The artist's attention to detail allows us to see their expressions - some determined, others anxious - as they seize whatever they can find amidst the wreckage. The dilapidated state of the wagon serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced during wartime. It symbolizes not only physical destruction but also upheaval and displacement for those affected by conflict. Prior's skillful use of light and shadow adds depth to this engraving, highlighting both the vulnerability and resilience displayed by individuals caught in such circumstances. This artwork was originally published in The Illustrated London News on May 26th, 1900, providing readers with an insight into one aspect of war that often goes unnoticed: looting. As we gaze upon this historical image today, it serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's capacity for both compassion and cruelty during times of strife.
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