Premium Framed Print : British in Burma 1889
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British in Burma 1889
Officers relax after a hard day bashing rebels who resent British presence in their country. Date: 1889
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Media ID 7122627
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1889 Abroad Banjo Burma Hard Presence Rebels Relax Servants Tent Bashing
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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, taken in Burma in 1889, captures a moment of respite for a group of British officers after a long day of dealing with the local resistance to their presence in the country. The men, dressed in their military uniforms, are seen relaxing in a tent, some playing instruments such as the banjo and others smoking pipes or sipping from bottles. Their servants attend to their needs, preparing food and tending to their horses. The British had arrived in Burma in the late 19th century, intent on expanding their colonial empire and exploiting the country's natural resources. However, their presence was met with fierce resistance from the local population, who saw the British as intruders and oppressors. The officers in this photograph have likely just returned from engaging in military action against the rebels, who were fighting to preserve their way of life and maintain their independence. Despite the challenges they faced, the British officers found ways to cope with the hardships of life abroad. They brought with them the trappings of home, including musical instruments and alcohol, to help them pass the time and unwind. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of British officers in Burma during this period, a time of great upheaval and change in the region. The image is a poignant reminder of the complex and often contentious relationship between the British and the people of Burma during the colonial era. It also serves as a reminder of the human side of history, showing us that even in the midst of conflict and upheaval, people found ways to find joy and relaxation.
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