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The defence of the besieged British Legation in Peking during the Boxer Rebellion (litho)
3627080 The defence of the besieged British Legation in Peking during the Boxer Rebellion (litho) by Pearse, Alfred (19th Century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The defence of the besieged British Legation in Peking during the Boxer Rebellion. Illustration from The Sphere, 20 October 1900.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22984618
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Beijing Besieged Boxer Rebellion Defence Defending Peking Royal Marines Sandbags Siege Chineses
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The Defence of the Besieged British Legation in Peking during the Boxer Rebellion
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This lithograph captures a pivotal moment in history, depicting the heroic defence of the besieged British Legation in Peking during the Boxer Rebellion. The image showcases the valiant efforts of soldiers from Great Britain and other international legations as they stand united against overwhelming odds. The scene is filled with tension and determination, as Victorian-era soldiers armed with Nordenfelt guns and an organ gun defend their position behind sandbags. Their faces reveal both fear and resolve, knowing that their lives depend on holding back waves of Chinese attackers. The print offers a glimpse into this intense battle for survival, highlighting not only the bravery of these defenders but also shedding light on a significant event in China's history. It serves as a reminder of how conflicts can bring together nations from across Europe to protect their interests abroad. Through this black-and-white engraving, we are transported back to 1900s Asia, where British forces under General Alfred Gaselee fought alongside troops led by Claude MacDonald to safeguard their compatriots within the legation quarter. This historical artwork stands as a testament to unity amidst adversity and pays homage to those who risked everything defending their countrymen far from home.
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