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Two women receiving bad news from India
Two women receiving bad news from India, December 1841.
1841
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1840s 1841 Colonialism Crying News Newspaper Receiving Shock Sorrow December
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introduce a poignant and thought-provoking touch to your decor with the Media Storehouse Framed Print of 'Two Women Receiving Bad News from India' by Mary Evans Picture Library. This evocative image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online in December 1841, captures the raw emotion and depth of human connection. The intricately detailed black and white photograph tells a story of sadness and resilience. Hang this beautiful piece in your living room, office, or gallery wall to spark conversation and inspire reflection. Each print is carefully framed with a contemporary design to complement the timeless image. Add this exquisite work of art to your collection and bring history into your home.
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 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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Two Women Receiving Bad News from India, December 1841" is a poignant and evocative image captured in the early Victorian era, depicting two women in deep sorrow as they receive devastating news from India. The photograph, taken in the 1840s during the height of British colonialism, is a poignant reminder of the human cost of empire-building. The women, dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, are seated on a sofa, their faces etched with shock and despair. One woman covers her face with her handkerchief, her body trembling with emotion, while the other clutches a letter in her hand, her eyes filled with tears. The room around them is dimly lit, adding to the sense of solemnity and gravity. The source of their distress is not explicitly stated in the image, but it is suggested that it is news from India that has brought them such grief. At the time, India was under British colonial rule, and the country was a major source of raw materials and resources for the British Empire. However, the cost of maintaining this vast and complex empire was high, both in terms of human lives and financial resources. The image is a powerful reminder of the human cost of colonialism and the impact it had on the lives of individuals and communities, particularly those who were far removed from the centers of power and privilege. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of empathy and compassion, even in the face of difficult news and challenging times. This photograph, taken over 170 years ago, remains a powerful and moving image that continues to resonate with viewers today. It is a testament to the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve moments of human emotion and experience, and to remind us of the complex and often painful history of our world.
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