Framed Print : Matabele / Call to Arms
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Matabele / Call to Arms
A Matabele call to arms
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Media ID 4381123
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1893 Call Head Dress Matabele Shield Spear Spears Tribal Tribes Warrior Wars
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introduce historical depth and cultural richness to your decor with the Matabele "Call to Arms" Framed Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a powerful Matabele call to arms. The intricate detail and vibrant colors of this rights-managed image are beautifully preserved behind the high-quality glass of our frames, ensuring a stunning addition to any home or office. Bring a piece of African history into your space and start a conversation with this unique and thought-provoking artwork.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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 evocative photograph captures the intensity and determination of a Matabele warrior preparing for battle in the late 19th century. The Matabele people, also known as the Ndebele, are an ethnic group originating from present-day Zimbabwe and South Africa. This image, taken in 1893, depicts a Matabele leader donning his intricately designed head dress and holding a shield, while brandishing a spear in one hand and giving a call to arms with the other. The Matabele people have a rich and complex history, with a strong military tradition that has shaped their identity for centuries. This photograph is a testament to their warrior culture, which was renowned for its discipline, organization, and fierce loyalty. The Matabele were known to have a strong sense of unity, with their society being divided into age-sets and regiments, each with its own distinct role in the military. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the significant events and wars that shaped the history of Africa in the late 19th century. The Matabele resistance against British colonial rule, led by Lobengula, the last king of the Matabele, is one of the most notable conflicts in which this warrior culture played a pivotal role. The First Matabele War, which lasted from 1893 to 1894, saw the British gain control of the Matabele lands, marking the beginning of the end of the Matabele kingdom as an independent entity. Despite the historical significance of this image, it also serves as a reminder of the human cost of conflict. The Matabele people, like many other African tribes, suffered greatly during the colonial era, with the loss of land, culture, and lives. Today, the Matabele people continue to preserve their rich cultural heritage, with their distinctive art, music, and language serving as a testament to their resilience and strength.
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