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The Indian Frontier Rising, watching the Conveyance of the Dead, a Daily Occurrence (engraving)
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The Indian Frontier Rising, watching the Conveyance of the Dead, a Daily Occurrence (engraving)
1615055 The Indian Frontier Rising, watching the Conveyance of the Dead, a Daily Occurrence (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Indian Frontier Rising, watching the Conveyance of the Dead, a Daily Occurrence. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1 January 1898.
Melton Prior); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23416790
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Afghanistan Conveyance Indian Frontier Rising Tirah Campaign
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In this engraving titled "The Indian Frontier Rising, watching the Conveyance of the Dead, a Daily Occurrence" artist Melton Prior transports us to the tumultuous Tirah Campaign in Afghanistan. The scene depicts a hauntingly somber moment as indigenous people from the Indian frontier observe the solemn procession of deceased soldiers. Prior's masterful attention to detail and composition draws our eyes towards the central focus – a group of locals perched upon rocky terrain, their expressions reflecting both curiosity and sorrow. Their presence serves as a poignant reminder that war is not only fought by armies but also witnessed by those living on its fringes. The conveyance of fallen soldiers becomes an everyday occurrence in this hostile environment, where life and death intertwine with alarming frequency. Through his artistry, Prior captures not only the physical act of transporting bodies but also conveys a deeper message about sacrifice and loss amidst conflict. This powerful image originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on January 1st, 1898. Today it resides within a private collection, preserved for future generations to reflect upon. As we gaze upon this historical print from Fine Art Finder, we are reminded of the human cost of warfare and encouraged to contemplate how such scenes continue to play out across different corners of our world today.
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