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Premium Framed Print : The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders at Ceylon, 1835, 1886. Creator: H Hammal
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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders at Ceylon, 1835, 1886. Creator: H Hammal
The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders at Ceylon, 1886. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"
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Media ID 36242181
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Ceylon Ceylon Sri Lanka Ceylonese Kilt Kilts Regiment Sri Lanka Armed Services British Empire Fascination
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 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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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The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders at Ceylon, 1835
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating print depicting members of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regiment during their deployment in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) in 1835. The image, created by H Hammal and published in "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper" in 1886, offers a fascinating glimpse into the colonial past of the British Empire. The soldiers are shown in their traditional Scottish kilts and bonnets, standing in a row, with their rifles at the ready. The lush greenery of Ceylon's landscape is visible in the background, with palm trees and other tropical vegetation providing a stark contrast to the military uniforms. The soldiers' stern expressions and disciplined posture convey a sense of duty and readiness, reflecting the demands of warfare during the colonial era. The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders were a prominent Scottish regiment in the British Army, known for their distinctive tartan kilts and proud military heritage. Their deployment to Ceylon was part of the British Empire's efforts to maintain control over its colonial territories, and this print serves as a reminder of the significant role played by the British military in shaping the history of countries like Sri Lanka. The print also offers an intriguing look into the fashion of the time, with the soldiers' kilts and other clothing items providing a glimpse into the clothing trends of the 19th century. The intricate details of the soldiers' uniforms and equipment are on full display, making this print a valuable historical artifact and a must-have for collectors of military history and colonial-era memorabilia. Overall, "The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders at Ceylon, 1835" is a captivating and evocative image that transports us back in time to a bygone era of colonialism, military history, and Scottish tradition.
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