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Framed Print : The Second Bengal Light Infantry, under British command, charging the Burmese village of Minhla. Wood engraving, English, 1885
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The Second Bengal Light Infantry, under British command, charging the Burmese village of Minhla. Wood engraving, English, 1885
THIRD BURMESE WAR, 1885.
The Second Bengal Light Infantry, under British command, charging the Burmese village of Minhla. Wood engraving, English, 1885
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Media ID 10730471
1885 Attack Bayonet Bengal British British Empire Buddhism Burma Burmese Colonialism Colonist Colony Stupa Temple Theravada Warfare Westernization Bengali Troop
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "The Second Bengal Light Infantry, under British command, charging the Burmese village of Minhla" by Granger Art on Demand. This captivating wood engraving, created in 1885 during the Third Burmese War, showcases the intense bravery and determination of the British forces as they charge against the Burmese village of Minhla. Add this historical masterpiece to your collection and bring a piece of the past into your home or office.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This wood engraving from 1885 depicts the intense and pivotal moment when The Second Bengal Light Infantry, under British command, fearlessly charges towards the Burmese village of Minhla during the Third Burmese War. The print showcases the power dynamics of colonialism as it captures a significant event in British imperial history. The image portrays a group of brave soldiers, adorned in their distinctive Bengali uniforms, charging forward with bayonets fixed on their rifles. Their determined expressions reveal their unwavering commitment to carrying out their mission. In contrast, the serene backdrop of Minhla village with its traditional Buddhist stupa and temple stands as a symbol of Burmese culture and spirituality. This wood engraving not only highlights the clash between two worlds but also sheds light on Westernization's impact on Burma at that time. It serves as a visual representation of how colonial powers sought to assert dominance over indigenous populations through military force. As we reflect upon this historical artwork, it is essential to acknowledge both its artistic merit and its significance within the context of imperialism. This print offers us an opportunity to contemplate themes such as power dynamics, cultural assimilation, and resistance while reminding us of the complex legacies left behind by colonial rule.
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