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Poster Print : c. 1880s India - cattle, bullock cart
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c. 1880s India - cattle, bullock cart
c. 1880s India - image from an album of Indian types and trades designed to illustrate India to a British viewer - cattle cart
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Media ID 23433820
Collodion Colony Cultural Ethnicity Ethnographic Labour Skill Albumen
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating selection of Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring this evocative image of 1880s India from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the charm of a bygone era as a cattle-drawn bullock cart traverses the dusty roads. Perfect for adding a touch of history and character to any room, these high-quality prints are sure to spark intrigue and conversation. Bring the rich tapestry of Indian history into your home or office with our authentic and beautifully detailed Poster Prints.
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.
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This image, captured in the late 1880s during the British colonial era in India, depicts a scene of daily life in this vibrant and diverse country. The photograph, captured on a collodion or albumen print, showcases a bullock cart laden with cargo, being steered by an indigenous man dressed in traditional clothing. The cart is drawn by a team of cattle, their powerful forms and expressive eyes conveying a sense of strength and determination. The scene is reminiscent of the era's ethnographic and cultural fascination with India and its people. The British audience, eager to learn about and understand the colonial territories, would have been drawn to such images as they offered a glimpse into the lives of the native population. The laborious task of transporting goods from one place to another was a common sight in India during this time. The bullock cart was a crucial mode of transportation for both rural and urban areas, and the skill and expertise of the oxen handlers were highly valued. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the rich and complex history of India during the 19th century. The image's grandeur and historic significance are further emphasized by the use of a large-format camera and the meticulous attention to detail in the processing of the plate. The resulting image is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of the photographers of the time, who captured moments in history that continue to captivate and inspire us today.
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