Poster Print : Memorial Well, Cawnpore (Kanpur), Lucknow, India
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Memorial Well, Cawnpore (Kanpur), Lucknow, India
Memorial Well, Cawnpore (Kanpur), Lucknow, India. It is associated with the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14137925
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
1857 Cawnpore Commemoration Kanpur Lucknow Mutiny
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Memorial Well, Cawnpore (Kanpur), Lucknow, India poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This evocative image, dating back to the circa 1890s, transports you to India during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. The Memorial Well in Cawnpore (now Kanpur) holds significant historical importance as a site of remembrance for the British soldiers who lost their lives during the siege. Add this captivating piece to your home or office decor to ignite conversations and inspire curiosity about the rich history of India. This rights-managed print is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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
Memorial Well, Cawnpore (Kanpur), Lucknow, India: A Poignant Reminder of the Past This evocative photograph captures the Memorial Well in Cawnpore (now Kanpur), Lucknow, India, a poignant reminder of the tragic events that unfolded during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. The mutiny, also known as the Sepoy Mutiny or the First War of Indian Independence, was a pivotal moment in Indian history, marking the end of the East India Company's rule and the beginning of British colonial rule. The Memorial Well was built in the 1890s to commemorate the memory of the British soldiers and their families who lost their lives during the siege of Cawnpore in 1857. The well was the site where many British women and children sought refuge during the conflict, but ultimately, they were massacred by the rebel forces. The well became a symbol of the brutality and violence that characterized the mutiny. The photograph, taken in the late 1890s, shows the Memorial Well in its serene and tranquil state, a stark contrast to the horrors that once unfolded there. The well, surrounded by lush greenery, is a popular tourist attraction today, drawing visitors from all over the world who come to pay their respects and learn about the rich history of India. The Memorial Well stands as a testament to the past, a reminder of the sacrifices made during the Indian Mutiny, and a symbol of the resilience and strength of the human spirit. It is a powerful reminder of the complex and often tumultuous relationship between India and the British Empire, and a reminder of the importance of preserving historical sites for future generations.
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