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Edwin Montagu and Gandhi
A page from The Graphic, depicting Edwin Montagu(1879 -1924) at the time of his resignation as Secretary of State for India, and the recently arrested Mahatma Gandhi(1869-1948), described here as an agitator. The royal visit of the Prince of Wales(later Duke of Windsor) to Delhi is also pictured. Date: 1922
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Media ID 23086212
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Arrested Aug18 Delhi Edwin Gandhi Gesture Mahatma Montagu Oration Resignation Speech Windsor
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image features Edwin Montagu, Secretary of State for India, at the moment of his resignation, alongside the recently arrested Mahatma Gandhi. Sourced from the renowned Mary Evans Prints Online, this Rights Managed print from The Graphic offers a unique and intriguing glimpse into the past. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted with premium materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Elevate your space with a piece of history that tells a story.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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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This evocative image from The Graphic, published in August 1922, captures a pivotal moment in the complex political landscape of India during the visit of the Prince of Wales, later the Duke of Windsor, to Delhi. In the foreground, Edwin Montagu, the British Secretary of State for India, is depicted in the midst of his resignation speech, his solemn expression and outstretched hand conveying a sense of determination and resolve. Montagu's groundbreaking declaration, known as the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms, aimed to grant Indians a greater role in their own governance, marking a significant shift in British colonial policy. In sharp contrast, Mahatma Gandhi, the renowned Indian nationalist leader and agitator, is shown in the background, having been recently arrested for his role in the non-cooperation movement against British rule. Gandhi's defiant gaze and clenched fist symbolize his unwavering commitment to India's independence and the growing tide of Indian nationalism. The backdrop of the scene is the imposing architecture of Delhi's Red Fort, further emphasizing the clash of ideologies and the struggle for power between the British colonial rulers and the Indian nationalist movement. The Prince of Wales, dressed in full regalia, stands at the center, seemingly oblivious to the tumultuous events unfolding around him, underscoring the deep-rooted tensions and complexities of the British Raj in India during this period.
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