Photographic Print : Andaman Island Convicts
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Andaman Island Convicts
Prisoners take their meals on the beach in the Andaman Islands
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Media ID 4317145
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Andaman Convicts L Aw Meals Prisoners Prisons
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of photographic prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "Andaman Island Convicts" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful photograph transports us to a bygone era, as prisoners take their meals on the shores of the Andaman Islands. Each print is meticulously crafted with the highest quality standards, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that bring history to life in your home or office. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your space with this stunning addition to your collection.
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 25.4cm x 17.7cm (10" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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
This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of the Andaman Islands, a remote archipelago located in the Bay of Bengal. The image, taken in the late 1890s, depicts a group of convicts taking their meals on the shores of the island. At the time, the Andaman Islands were used as a penal colony by the British Empire, with thousands of convicts transported there from India and other parts of the world. The prisoners in the photograph are seen seated on the sand, their faces etched with a mix of fatigue and resignation. They are surrounded by their meager belongings, including wooden bowls and utensils, as they prepare to eat. The beach, with its clear blue waters and palm trees, provides a stark contrast to the harsh realities of prison life. The Andaman Islands had a long and complex history as a penal colony, with the first convicts arriving in the mid-19th century. The islands were chosen for their isolation and inhospitable terrain, making escape difficult. Conditions were brutal, with convicts subjected to hard labor, harsh punishments, and meager rations. Despite the challenges, life on the Andaman Islands was not without its moments of respite. Meal times, such as the one depicted in the photograph, provided a brief reprieve from the daily grind. The convicts would gather on the beach to eat, often sharing stories and moments of camaraderie. Today, the Andaman Islands are a popular tourist destination, known for their natural beauty and rich biodiversity. However, the legacy of the penal colony remains a significant part of the islands' history, serving as a reminder of the human cost of colonialism and the enduring power of the human spirit.
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