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Greek brigands
A group of Greek brigands attack Lord Muncasters coach party near Athens.
1870
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Media ID 7185223
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Athens Attack Attacking Attacks Bandit Bandits Brigand Brigands Coach Crime Crimes Criminal Criminals Hills Hold Violence Violent Wagon
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the thrilling tales of Greek history into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Greek Brigands" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the 1870s near Athens. Witness the intense moment as a group of brigands launch a daring attack on Lord Muncaster's coach party. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted with premium materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning visual experience that adds character and intrigue to any room. Elevate your décor and ignite your imagination with this thrilling piece of artistry."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph from 1870, a group of Greek brigands are shown in the midst of attacking Lord Muncaster's coach party near Athens. The scene is one of chaos and violence, with the brigands, dressed in traditional Greek garb, brandishing weapons and holding down the terrified passengers. The coach, with its ornate design and elegant horses, lies overturned in the foreground, its shattered windows a testament to the brutal force of the attack. The hills in the background loom ominously, providing a stark contrast to the tranquil landscape that would have once surrounded the coach. The criminals, their faces obscured by scarves or masks, appear determined and ruthless in their pursuit of plunder. The victims, huddled together in fear, plead for mercy or beg for their lives. At the time, Greece was in a state of political and social upheaval, with banditry and crime rampant in many areas. Lord Muncaster's coach party would have been an easy target for these brigands, who preyed on the wealthy and the unwary travelers. The attack would have been a violent and harrowing experience for those involved, leaving them shaken and traumatized. Despite the danger, travel by coach remained a popular mode of transportation for the wealthy and the well-to-do, who saw it as a sign of status and luxury. However, this photograph serves as a stark reminder of the realities of life in Greece during this period, where law and order were often in short supply, and the threat of violence was ever-present. This haunting image, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world was a more dangerous and unpredictable place. It is a reminder of the human capacity for both good and evil, and the enduring allure of the unknown.
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