Framed Print : Burma (Myanmar) - Rangoon (Yangon) - Prisoners
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Burma (Myanmar) - Rangoon (Yangon) - Prisoners
Prisoners awaiting their breakfast in a Yangon (formerly Rangoon) Jail, Myanmar (formerly Burma)
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Media ID 4416642
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Awaiting Breakfast Burma Burmese Captives Cook Criminals Exercise Guards Inmates Lines Meal Myanmar Prison Prisoners Squatting Yangon Yard
18"x14" Modern Frame
Discover the powerful and poignant storytelling of the "Burma (Myanmar) - Rangoon (Yangon) - Prisoners" print from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This evocative image, captured by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, portrays a moment in time as prisoners await their breakfast in a Yangon (formerly Rangoon) Jail in Myanmar (formerly Burma). The black and white photograph transports you back in history, offering a glimpse into a significant moment in the country's past. Our Framed Prints are made to order, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Each print is carefully framed with a sleek, modern design, making it a stunning addition to any room in your home or office. Let this captivating piece spark conversation and inspire reflection.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 40.6cm x 26.4cm (16" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 a moment of quiet anticipation in the yard of a prison in Yangon, Myanmar (formerly Burma). The image, taken in the 1950s, shows a line of prisoners, mostly barefoot and dressed in tattered clothing, squatting on the ground as they await their breakfast. A prison guard stands at the front of the line, overseeing the distribution of food, while a cook prepares the meal behind him. The scene is one of simple routine, yet the historical significance of this image is profound. Prisons have long been a part of the complex and often troubled history of Burma, a country that has endured decades of political turmoil and military rule. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of prisoners during a time when the world's attention was focused on the struggle for independence from British colonial rule. The prisoners in this image are a diverse group, reflecting the many ethnic and religious communities that make up the rich tapestry of Burmese society. Their expressions are varied, some looking up with hope, others with resignation or frustration. Despite their circumstances, they maintain a sense of dignity and humanity, reminding us of the inherent worth and resilience of the human spirit. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the complexities and contradictions of Burmese history, and the enduring human stories that lie at the heart of it. It invites us to reflect on the past, and to consider the ongoing challenges and opportunities for positive change in Myanmar today.
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