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On the Road to Cabul, a Stampede from the Hills (engraving)
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On the Road to Cabul, a Stampede from the Hills (engraving)
1054219 On the Road to Cabul, a Stampede from the Hills (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Road to Cabul, a Stampede from the Hills. Illustration for The Graphic, 25 October 1879.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23025894
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Afghanistan Cabul Hills Hilly Kabul Stampede
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This engraving titled "On the Road to Cabul, a Stampede from the Hills" takes us back in time to 19th-century Afghanistan. Created by William Ralston and now part of a private collection, this print offers a glimpse into an eventful moment on a treacherous road. The scene depicts a chaotic stampede as horses thunder down the hilly terrain towards Kabul. The artist skillfully captures the intensity and urgency of this dramatic event, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats. One can almost feel the ground shake beneath them as these majestic creatures gallop with wild abandon. Ralston's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his engraving. From the rugged hills that frame the composition to each individual horse captured mid-stride, there is an undeniable sense of movement and energy throughout. This artwork truly transports us to another time and place, immersing us in an Afghan landscape filled with danger and excitement. "On the Road to Cabul, a Stampede from the Hills" not only showcases Ralston's artistic prowess but also serves as a historical document capturing life in 19th-century Afghanistan. It reminds us of how transport routes were often perilous journeys fraught with unexpected challenges. Through this print, we are invited to witness both nature's power and mankind's resilience in navigating such unforgiving terrains. Bridgeman Images has once again brought forth an extraordinary piece that invites contemplation and sparks our imagination about distant lands and times
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