Fine Art Print : India Kanpur Cawnpore
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India Kanpur Cawnpore
Kanpur, formerly ka Cawnpore, on the Ganges, will play an important part in the Indian Mutiny in the 1850s. Date: circa 1835
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1835 1850s Cawnpore Ganges Important Kanpur Mutiny
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the rich history of India with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Ka Cawnpore (Kanpur) from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, dated circa 1835, showcases the serene beauty of the city on the banks of the Ganges River. With its vibrant colors and intricate details, this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online brings the past to life, making it an essential addition to any home or office decor. Transport yourself to a bygone era with this stunning piece of art, and relive the stories of India's rich history.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33cm (21" x 13")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 image, taken circa 1835, showcases the serene beauty of Ka Cawnpore, now known as Kanpur, nestled along the banks of the sacred Ganges River in India. Ka Cawnpore, a significant city in North India, was a major commercial and military center during the British colonial era. The tranquil scene depicted in the photograph belies the tumultuous history that was to unfold in this very place just over two decades later. Ka Cawnpore would play an important part in the Indian Mutiny, also known as the Sepoy Mutiny, which broke out in 1857. The mutiny was a widespread uprising against the British East India Company's rule, marked by violent clashes between the native sepoys (soldiers) and their British officers. The city's strategic location along the Ganges made it a crucial battleground in the conflict. The Battle of Cawnpore, fought in September 1857, saw the British forces led by Sir Colin Campbell successfully repelling the rebel sepoys, but at a great cost. The aftermath of the battle was marked by the infamous Cawnpore massacre, where thousands of unarmed civilians were killed, leading to further escalation of the mutiny. Despite the dark history associated with this image, it serves as a poignant reminder of the rich cultural and historical significance of Ka Cawnpore, a city that has weathered the test of time and continues to be an integral part of India's vibrant heritage.
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