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CARTOON: SEPOY MUTINY. The British Vengeance. After the Sepoy Mutiny of July 1857
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CARTOON: SEPOY MUTINY. The British Vengeance. After the Sepoy Mutiny of July 1857
CARTOON: SEPOY MUTINY.
The British Vengeance. After the Sepoy Mutiny of July 1857, the British lion attacks the Indian tiger, which has killed an English woman and infant. Cartoon from a contemporary American newspaper
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Media ID 12322318
1857 Allegorical Asian Attack Battle Cart Child Corpse Danger Dead Dramatic Fight Grass India July Lion Mutiny Sepoy Sepoy Mutiny Symbol Tiger Warfare
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This print titled "CARTOON: SEPOY MUTINY. The British Vengeance" takes us back to the tumultuous events of July 1857 during the Sepoy Mutiny in India. This allegorical artwork portrays a dramatic scene where the British lion, representing colonial power, retaliates against the Indian tiger for its alleged role in killing an English woman and her infant. The artist skillfully captures the intensity of this battle between two powerful symbols. The lush grass serves as a backdrop for this clash, symbolizing both life and death that hang precariously in the balance. The corpse of the unfortunate victims lies nearby, reminding viewers of the dangers faced by all involved. Through this cartoon, we witness not only a physical confrontation but also a reflection of historical tensions and power dynamics between colonizer and colonized. It offers insight into how such events were perceived globally at that time. Originally published in an American newspaper from that era, this artwork provides valuable visual documentation of one perspective on these significant historical events. Its inclusion within Granger Art on Demand allows us to appreciate its artistic merit while acknowledging its historical context.
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