Metal Print : Sikhs flee from West to East Punjab
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Sikhs flee from West to East Punjab
A Sikh man with his children in one of the caravans leaving the West Punjab region for the comparative safety of the East Punjab. Such caravans were under constant threat of attack by Muslin villagers and outbreaks of Cholera
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Media ID 4410936
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1947 Asylum Caravans Cholera Donkey Flee Indians Mule Muslin Pakistan Partition Punjab Refugee Refugees Seekers Seeking Sikh Sikhs Villagers Outbreaks
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Capture history with our Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring an iconic image of Sikhs on the move. This powerful photograph, Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a Sikh man leading his children through a caravan, fleeing from the West to East Punjab during a time of great turmoil. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring your chosen image to life, with vibrant colors and stunning detail that will make this historical moment a cherished addition to your home or office decor. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium metal sheets, ensuring a long-lasting and eye-catching display. Relive history with this poignant and thought-provoking image.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this poignant photograph, a Sikh man, his face etched with worry and exhaustion, leads his children on foot alongside a caravan of fellow refugees making their way from West to East Punjab in 1947. The family's possessions, including a donkey and a mule, are piled high on the cart, as they join the exodus of hundreds of thousands of Sikhs seeking safety and asylum in the comparatively safer East Punjab region following the partition of India and Pakistan. The partition, which took effect on August 15, 1947, resulted in widespread violence and displacement as Hindus and Sikhs fled from Muslim-majority areas and vice versa. The situation was particularly dire in Punjab, where communal tensions had long simmered. The caravans, like the one in this image, were a common sight on the roads of Punjab as people left their homes in search of safety and security. The journey was fraught with danger, as the caravans were often targeted by Muslim villagers, and the refugees faced the constant threat of attack. Moreover, the long journeys and cramped living conditions led to outbreaks of diseases such as cholera, which further endangered the lives of the refugees. Despite these challenges, the Sikh man in the photograph remains determined to protect his family and provide them with a future free from fear and violence. His resilience and determination are a testament to the human spirit and the lengths to which people will go to ensure their safety and security. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the painful history of the partition of India and Pakistan and the displacement and suffering it caused for millions of people. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of peace, unity, and understanding in the face of division and conflict.
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