Poor Buffer, 1878 Print
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Framed Print of Poor Buffer, 1878. Artist: Joseph Swain
Poor Buffer, 1878. The Ameer of Afghanistan, holding a tiny shield and raised sword, straddles the buffers of a Russian steam train. Russia was important to the British Empire because she bordered Afghanistan. The Russian train is heading towards Turkey which, being independent, had been seen as a buffer state between Russia and British interests in the Eastern Mediterranean. However, as Turkish power waned and Russian ambition grew, Turkey was increasingly a Poor Buffer, with Russian encroachment giving the Ameer of Afghanistan a route through previously secure areas. The lines below are: Danger signals up. Prospect of Collision at the Afghan Junction. At the bottom are some lines from Shakespeares Hamlet. From Punch, or the London Charivari, October 19, 1878. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector / Heritage-Images
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Media ID 14830414
Afghanistan Map , Black And White Engraving
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Experience the rich history of the past with our Framed Print of "Poor Buffer" by Joseph Swain, available at Media Storehouse. This image, sourced from Heritage Images, depicts Amir Sher Ali Khan, the Ameer of Afghanistan, triumphantly astride the buffers of a Russian steam train, holding a tiny shield and raised sword. The intricate details of the painting, created by renowned artist Joseph Swain, bring Shakespeare's words to life, making this a truly and addition to any space. Order now and bring a piece of history into your home.
A man stands tall, shield in hand and sword raised high, straddling the buffers of a steam train.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15cm x 20.4cm (5.9" x 8")
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