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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


14"x11" Photo Print

Experience the rich cultural history of Iran with our exquisite photographic print from Media Storehouse. Featuring an Iranian gentleman, elegantly dressed and holding a Mauser automatic pistol, this captivating image evokes a sense of both tradition and modernity. Originally captured by Ralph Ponsonby Watts in Bushehr, Iran, this rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online is a must-have for any collection that celebrates history and world culture. Order now and bring this stunning piece of art into your home or office.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 22.7cm x 35.5cm (8.9" x 14")

Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")

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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