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English Camel Corps, Sudan, 1884 / 5 (pencil & w / c on paper)
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English Camel Corps, Sudan, 1884 / 5 (pencil & w / c on paper)
622709 English Camel Corps, Sudan, 1884/5 (pencil & w/c on paper) by British School, (19th century); 30.5x39 cm; Private Collection; © Michael Graham-Stewart
Media ID 25057142
© Michael Graham-Stewart / Bridgeman Images
Binoculars British Empire Camel Camels Colonial Era Colonisation Corps Dromedaries Dromedary Field Glasses Gesture Gesturing Incomplete Officers Pair Pith Helmet Point Pointing Sudanese Unfinished Uniformed Vision Sudan
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This print titled "English Camel Corps, Sudan, 1884/5" transports us back to the colonial era in Africa. The artwork, created by an anonymous British School artist from the 19th century, showcases a scene of exploration and military presence in Sudan. The image depicts a group of uniformed English officers mounted on dromedaries, or one-humped camels. In their distinctive uniforms and pith helmets, they exude authority as they survey their surroundings with binoculars and field glasses. One officer is seen pointing towards something in the distance, perhaps indicating a point of interest or strategizing their next move. The unfinished nature of this pencil and watercolor sketch adds an air of mystery to the piece. It leaves room for our imagination to fill in the details of what lies beyond the frame - whether it be vast desert landscapes or encounters with local Sudanese people. This artwork serves as a visual testament to Britain's imperial ambitions during this time period. It captures both the spirit of adventure and exploration that characterized European colonization efforts across Africa. As we gaze upon this historical artifact preserved within a private collection today, we are reminded not only of its artistic value but also its significance as a window into our shared past.
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