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Two women receiving bad news from India
Two women receiving bad news from India, December 1841.
1841
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1840s 1841 Colonialism Crying News Newspaper Receiving Shock Sorrow December
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite selection of poster prints from Mary Evans Picture Library. This poignant image, titled 'Two women receiving bad news from India, December 1841,' transports you back in time. The expressive faces and body language of the two women convey the gravity of the news they've just received, while the rich details of their Victorian-era attire and surroundings add depth to this captivating moment in history. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding character and conversation to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and let this evocative image inspire your space.
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 Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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.
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Two Women Receiving Bad News from India, December 1841" is a poignant and evocative image captured in the early Victorian era, depicting two women in deep sorrow as they receive devastating news from India. The photograph, taken in the 1840s during the height of British colonialism, is a poignant reminder of the human cost of empire-building. The women, dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, are seated on a sofa, their faces etched with shock and despair. One woman covers her face with her handkerchief, her body trembling with emotion, while the other clutches a letter in her hand, her eyes filled with tears. The room around them is dimly lit, adding to the sense of solemnity and gravity. The source of their distress is not explicitly stated in the image, but it is suggested that it is news from India that has brought them such grief. At the time, India was under British colonial rule, and the country was a major source of raw materials and resources for the British Empire. However, the cost of maintaining this vast and complex empire was high, both in terms of human lives and financial resources. The image is a powerful reminder of the human cost of colonialism and the impact it had on the lives of individuals and communities, particularly those who were far removed from the centers of power and privilege. It is a poignant reminder of the importance of empathy and compassion, even in the face of difficult news and challenging times. This photograph, taken over 170 years ago, remains a powerful and moving image that continues to resonate with viewers today. It is a testament to the enduring power of photography to capture and preserve moments of human emotion and experience, and to remind us of the complex and often painful history of our world.
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