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Playing the Boer Game, the British Soldier taking Cover on the Veldt (litho)
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Playing the Boer Game, the British Soldier taking Cover on the Veldt (litho)
1592944 Playing the Boer Game, the British Soldier taking Cover on the Veldt (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Playing the Boer Game, the British Soldier taking Cover on the Veldt. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 December 1899.
H C Seppings Wright); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23071012
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
British Soldier Cover Second Boer War Veldt
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In this litho print titled "Playing the Boer Game, the British Soldier taking Cover on the Veldt" we are transported back to a significant moment in history. The image depicts a British soldier seeking refuge amidst the vast and treacherous landscape of South Africa during the Second Boer War. The intensity of the soldier's expression is palpable as he strategically positions himself behind cover, fully aware of the dangers that surround him. His eyes scan the horizon, ever vigilant for any sign of movement from his elusive enemy. The artist, Henry Charles Seppings Wright, masterfully captures both the physicality and mental strain experienced by soldiers in combat. The barren veldt stretches out behind our protagonist, its desolate beauty serving as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by those engaged in warfare. Through intricate engraving techniques, every detail is brought to life - from blades of grass swaying gently in an unseen breeze to distant hills shrouded in mist. This litho print not only serves as a visual testament to one soldier's bravery but also offers us a glimpse into an era defined by conflict and sacrifice. It stands as a poignant reminder of how art can immortalize moments that would otherwise be lost to time. (Word count: 200)
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