Metal Print : Partition. Sikh and Hindu refugees in Western Punjab
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Partition. Sikh and Hindu refugees in Western Punjab
Sikh and Hindu refugees from the Western Punjab cook their meals on a railway platform at Lahore awaiting trains to take them across the border to India. They are protected by wire put up by police
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Asylum Atrocities Escape Exodus Hindu Lahore Pakistan Partition Platform Punjab Refugees Sikh
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring this poignant image of Sikh and Hindu refugees from the Western Punjab, cooked on a railway platform at Lahore during the partition of India in 1947. This powerful photograph, sourced from Rights Managed at Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a moment of struggle and resilience. Our high-quality metal prints are not only stunning works of art but also durable and long-lasting, adding depth and texture to any space. Order yours today and relive history in a whole new way.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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 poignant photograph captures the grim reality of the Partition of India and Pakistan in 1947, as Sikh and Hindu refugees from the Western Punjab wait anxiously on a railway platform in Lahore. The atrocities that ensued during the partition led to one of the largest human migrations in history, with an estimated 14 million people displaced from their homes. In this image, refugees cook their meals on the platform, their faces etched with exhaustion and despair. They are surrounded by their meager belongings, the only possessions they were able to carry with them as they fled their homes. The wire put up by police serves as a stark reminder of the uncertainty and danger that surrounded them, as they awaited trains to take them across the border to India. The Partition of India and Pakistan was a turbulent and violent time in history, marked by widespread violence and communal tensions. The creation of two separate nations along religious lines led to widespread displacement and the loss of countless lives. This photograph is a testament to the human spirit and resilience, as these refugees cling to hope and the promise of a new beginning. The Western Punjab, a region rich in agricultural land and cultural heritage, was particularly affected by the violence and displacement of the Partition. The region is now divided between India and Pakistan, with the border running through the heart of the Punjab. This photograph serves as a reminder of the complex and often painful history of the region, and the enduring impact of the Partition on the lives of millions of people.
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