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Iranian Gentleman holding a Mauser
An Iranian man holding a Mauser automatic pistol, Bushehr (Bushire), Iran. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts
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Automatic Bushehr Bushire Gentleman Holds Iran Iranian Ponsonby Ralph Mauser
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
"Add an air of exotic allure to your home or office decor with the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring "Iranian Gentleman holding a Mauser" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image of an Iranian man, dressed in traditional attire, confidently holding a Mauser automatic pistol against the backdrop of the bustling port city of Bushehr, Iran, is sure to make a statement. Printed on high-quality canvas and meticulously crafted to ensure vibrant colors and sharp details, this artwork is a timeless piece that adds depth and character to any space. Bring the rich history and culture of Iran into your home or office with this stunning canvas print."
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 22.9cm x 30.5cm (9" x 12")
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
In this evocative black-and-white photograph, an Iranian gentleman stands proudly before a backdrop of sandy dunes and the vast expanse of the Persian Gulf. He wears traditional Iranian clothing, including a long robe and a wide-brimmed hat, which contrasts sharply with the modern Mauser automatic pistol he holds in his hands. The image was captured in the southern Iranian port city of Bushehr, also known as Bushire, in the early 20th century. The Mauser pistol, a symbol of power and authority, was a common sight during this period in Iranian history. The country had been under foreign influence for decades, with the British and Russians vying for control of its resources and strategic locations. This period of instability and foreign intervention led many Iranians to arm themselves in order to protect their families and communities. The Iranian gentleman in this photograph embodies the complexities of Iranian society during this time. He is both a traditional figure, dressed in the clothing of his ancestors, and a modern one, wielding a powerful weapon. The Mauser pistol, a symbol of resistance and self-defense, is a reminder of the challenges and uncertainties that Iranians faced during this period of history. Ralph Ponsonby Watts, the British photographer who captured this image, was known for his travels and documentations of various parts of the world. His photograph of the Iranian gentleman with a Mauser pistol in Bushehr is a testament to the rich history and complexities of Iranian culture during a time of great change. The image invites us to reflect on the past and consider the ongoing significance of tradition and modernity in Iranian society.
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