Metal Print : Warren Hastings
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Warren Hastings
WARREN HASTINGS English colonial administrator in India impeached in 1788 for corruption stands before the Court of Peers in Westminster Hall. A lady spectator faints
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1732 1788 1818 Administrator Corruption Faints Hastings Impeached Peers Salts Smelling Spectator Stands Tricorn Warren Westminster Wigs
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Metal Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of Warren Hastings, the English colonial administrator in India, standing trial in Westminster Hall. Witness the intensity of the scene as Hastings faces impeachment charges, with a fainted lady adding to the dramatic atmosphere. This stunning Metal Print, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library at Mary Evans Prints Online, is not just a decorative piece, but a window into the past. The high-quality metal print process ensures vibrant colors and exceptional detail, making it a perfect addition to any room in your home or office. 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 Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" 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 striking image from the annals of history, Warren Hastings, the controversial English colonial administrator in India, stands before the esteemed Court of Peers in Westminster Hall in 1788. Hastings, who served as the Governor-General of Bengal from 1773 to 1785, was impeached by the British Parliament on charges of corruption and misrule during his tenure in India. The historic trial, which took place in 1788, marked the first time an English governor was impeached in Parliament. Hastings, dressed in a tricorn hat and a formal waistcoat, exudes an air of defiance and resilience as he faces his accusers. The grandeur of Westminster Hall, with its ornate columns, high ceilings, and the presence of the peers in their wigs and salts, adds to the solemnity and importance of the occasion. Amidst the tense atmosphere, a lady spectator, dressed in the fashion of the time, faints at the sight of Hastings. The sight of her collapsing, with her maid rushing to her side, adds a humanizing element to the scene and underscores the emotional impact of the trial on the public. The use of smelling salts, a common remedy for fainting spells during this era, further emphasizes the heightened emotions and tensions in the courtroom. This evocative photograph, taken in 1818, offers a glimpse into the past and sheds light on a pivotal moment in the history of the British Empire and its administration in India. The image, from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, serves as a powerful reminder of the complexities and controversies that shaped the colonial era and the far-reaching consequences of political corruption.
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