Fine Art Print : Fort and railway line - Peshawar
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Fort and railway line - Peshawar
Railway line and British Army tented camp under the walls of the Peshawar Fort. Located on the edge of the Khyber Pass near the Afghan border, Peshawar is the commercial, economic, political and cultural capital of the Pashtuns in Pakistan
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Citadel Defences Fort Fortress Frontier Pakistan Peshawar Tented Tents
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Peshawar by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online." Witness the breathtaking fusion of ancient and modern as a British Army tented camp sits beneath the towering walls of the iconic Peshawar Fort. Nestled on the edge of the Khyber Pass near the Afghan border, this vibrant and culturally rich city served as a significant commercial and economic hub during the British Raj. Bring the allure of the past into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print. Perfect for history enthusiasts, art collectors, or anyone seeking to add a touch of timeless beauty to their space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32.7cm (21" x 12.9")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the striking contrast between the ancient Peshawar Fort and the modern railway line that snakes its way through the landscape. Located on the western edge of Pakistan's Khyber Province, near the Afghan border, Peshawar has long been a strategic and culturally rich city. The fort, a formidable citadel and symbol of the region's rich history, stands proudly atop a hill, its walls and towers a testament to the city's past as an important trading hub and political center for the Pashtuns. In the foreground, British Army tents dot the landscape, a reminder of the region's colonial past. The British established a garrison in Peshawar in the late 19th century, as part of their efforts to secure the North-West Frontier and protect their Indian Empire from external threats. The railway line, built during the same period, was a crucial part of this strategy, allowing for the rapid movement of troops and supplies to the border. The railway line, with its trains and steam engines, represents the encroachment of modernity into this ancient land. The photograph captures a moment in time when the past and the present collide, creating a fascinating tableau of history and progress. The fort, with its imposing defenses and timeless beauty, stands as a reminder of the region's rich cultural heritage, while the railway line and tented camp speak to the strategic importance of Peshawar as a frontier city. This photograph, taken from the west, offers a unique perspective of Peshawar and its history. The city, with its vibrant markets, rich traditions, and diverse population, continues to be a fascinating and dynamic place, where the past and the present converge in a rich tapestry of history, culture, and human experience.
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