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Officers with a boy, London, 1870s (albumen print)
622858 Officers with a boy, London, 1870s (albumen print) by Claudet, Henri (1829-80); 9x5.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The uniforms identify the standing gentleman as a senior Army medical officer and the seated one as serving in the Royal Navy. The African child may be Kofi Intin, son of the Ashanti king, who in 1874 was taken to be educated in England as a condition of the peace treaty which concluded the Third Anglo-Ashanti War.); eMichael Graham-Stewart; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22795614
© Michael Graham-Stewart / Bridgeman Images
Ashanti British Army Colonial Era Officers Pillar Sailor Third Anglo Ashanti War Uniformed West Africa Black And White Photograph
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This photograph, titled "Officers with a boy, London, 1870s" captures a significant moment in history. The image showcases two distinguished officers standing proudly alongside an African child. The uniforms worn by the gentlemen provide valuable insight into their roles within the military hierarchy - one is identified as a senior Army medical officer while the other serves in the Royal Navy. The presence of this young African boy adds an intriguing layer to the narrative. It is believed that he may be Kofi Intin, son of the Ashanti king. In 1874, as part of a peace treaty concluding the Third Anglo-Ashanti War, Kofi Intin was brought to England for education purposes. His inclusion in this photograph signifies both cultural exchange and political diplomacy during colonial times. The composition of this albumen print is strikingly intimate yet powerful. The officers' stern expressions convey authority and duty while contrasting with the innocence radiating from the young boy's face. This portrait encapsulates Victorian-era photography at its finest – capturing not only individuals but also social dynamics and historical events. Preserved within a private collection today, this rare piece offers us glimpses into an era marked by imperialism and exploration. It reminds us of how photography can serve as a window into our past – revealing stories that might otherwise remain untold or forgotten.
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