Poster Print : India - Foreign Office Personnel and staff
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India - Foreign Office Personnel and staff
Group of British Foreign Office personnel in India and their house staff. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 7212455
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Colonialism Embassy Foreign Off Ice Personnel Servant Servants Staff
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "India - Foreign Office Personnel and Staff" poster print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection. This elegantly framed image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the 1920s, offering a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of the British Foreign Office personnel and their house staff in India. The black and white photograph, rich in history and culture, is a must-have for anyone interested in colonial history, diplomacy, or the intricacies of international relations. Add this captivating piece to your wall and let the stories of the past come alive in your home or office.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.8cm x 46.6cm (30.2" x 18.3")
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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
This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the colonial era, depicting a group of British Foreign Office personnel and their Indian house staff in India, circa 1920s. The image showcases a sense of hierarchy and cultural distinction, as the British officials, dressed in formal attire, stand together in a formal setting, likely at the British Embassy or Consulate. Their Indian servants, dressed in traditional attire, are arranged in the background, attending to their duties with quiet efficiency. The photograph offers a glimpse into the complex and intricate social dynamics of the colonial period, where the British ruled over their Indian subjects, both in the public and private spheres. The Indian servants, who were an integral part of the colonial administrative machinery, played a crucial role in maintaining the daily functioning of the embassy and the comfort of the British personnel. The image also underscores the stark contrast between the two groups, with the British officials representing the power and authority of the colonial regime, while the Indian servants symbolize the subjugated and marginalized population. The photograph, therefore, serves as a poignant reminder of the colonial past and the profound impact it had on the social, political, and cultural fabric of India. Despite the colonial undertones, the photograph also reveals a sense of intimacy and familiarity between the British personnel and their Indian servants, suggesting that complex relationships existed beyond the power dynamics of the colonial regime. The image invites us to reflect on the intricacies of colonialism and the enduring legacies it left behind in India and beyond.
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