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Tasmanian aborigines attacking a settlers hut
Tasmanian aborigines attacking a settlers hut.
1870
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Aboriginal Aborigine Aborigines Attack Attacking Australian Colonialism Conditions Ethnology Fire Arms Firing Guns Huts Peoples Relations Settler Settlers Spears Tasmania Tasmanian Wars Tasmanians Weapons
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Tasmanian Aborigines attacking a settler's hut poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This historic image, captured in 1870, offers a powerful and poignant glimpse into the complex and tumultuous relationship between the indigenous Tasmanian population and European settlers. The black-and-white photograph, taken by an unknown artist, showcases a dramatic moment in time, with Aboriginal warriors fiercely defending their land against encroaching settlers. This striking poster print serves as a powerful reminder of the rich and complex history of Tasmania, and is an essential addition to any home or office space, inspiring thought, conversation, and education.
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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful image captures a pivotal moment in the complex and tumultuous history between European settlers and the Indigenous Tasmanian people during the late 1800s. In the photograph, a group of Tasmanian Aborigines are seen fiercely attacking a settler's hut with an array of weapons, including spears and shields, while another Aborigine fires a gun towards the structure. The settler, in response, brandishes a rifle, ready to defend himself and his family. The year was 1870, and the Tasmanian Aboriginal population had been decimated due to disease, dispossession of land, and violent conflicts with settlers. The once thriving Indigenous community had been reduced to a mere handful, and their traditional way of life was under threat. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the social and historical conditions that existed during the colonial period in Australia. The relationship between the Indigenous peoples and European settlers was marked by conflict, mistrust, and misunderstanding. The use of firearms by both parties underscores the devastating impact that European colonization had on Indigenous communities and their traditional ways of life. The photograph also highlights the harsh realities of life for both the Tasmanian Aborigines and settlers during this period. The settlers faced the challenges of building a new life in a foreign land, while the Indigenous peoples struggled to adapt to the rapid changes brought about by European colonization. This image is an important ethnological record of a significant moment in Australian history, providing valuable insights into the complex and often fraught relationship between Indigenous peoples and European settlers during the colonial era. It serves as a reminder of the need to acknowledge and learn from the past, as we work towards reconciliation and a more equitable future for all Australians.
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