Canvas Print : Hastings Elephant
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Hastings Elephant
WARREN HASTINGS The Governor General of India on his official elephant
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Media ID 595563
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1732 1818 Elephant Governor Guns Hastings Official Warren
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Hastings Elephant" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite artwork transports you back in time to the grandeur of the British Raj, featuring Sir Warren Hastings, the first Governor-General of India, seated regally on his majestic elephant. The intricate details of the elephant's textured skin, the richly decorated howdah, and the vibrant colors of the Indian landscape create a stunning visual narrative. Bring this piece of historical artistry into your home and add an air of sophistication and worldly charm. Order your "Hastings Elephant" Canvas Print today and let the story unfold.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking image captures Warren Hastings, the influential Governor-General of India from 1773 to 1785, riding on his official elephant during his tenure in India. The photograph, taken in the late 1810s, decades after Hastings' departure from India, offers a glimpse into the grandeur and power associated with the British East India Company's colonial rule. Hastings, born in 1732, arrived in India in 1750 as a writer for the East India Company. He rose through the ranks, becoming the Governor of Bengal in 1772, and later the Governor-General in 1773. During his time in India, Hastings implemented several significant administrative reforms, including the establishment of a modern legal system and the introduction of English as the language of administration. The elephant, a symbol of power and prestige in Indian culture, was an essential part of the Governor-General's entourage. The animal was not only a means of transportation but also a status symbol, reflecting the grandeur and magnificence of the British colonial rule. In this photograph, Hastings is seen seated confidently on the elephant, with armed guards on either side, showcasing the might and authority of the British East India Company. The photograph, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating insight into the history of India during the British colonial era. It provides a visual representation of the complex interplay of power, culture, and politics that characterized this period in Indian history.
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