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Antique Framed Print : The end of the Zulu wars
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The end of the Zulu wars
Mounted Infantry skirmishing with Zulus in a sketch by an ILN special artist. British troops wearing pith helmets and carrying rifles showing British soldiers on the higher ground and Zulus retreating in the background
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1879 Back Ground Helmets Higher Infantry Mounted Pith Retreating Rifles Special Wars Zulu Zulus Skirmishing
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.2cm (9.6" x 6.8")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
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
This evocative sketch by an ILN (Illustrated London News) special artist captures the decisive moment at the end of the Zulu Wars in 1879. The scene unfolds on the African plains, where British mounted infantry, dressed in pith helmets and armed with rifles, engage in a skirmish with the retreating Zulu warriors. The British troops, positioned on higher ground, exhibit a sense of confidence and control, while the Zulus, in the background, are shown in disarray, fleeing from the advancing British forces. The Zulu Wars, a series of conflicts between the British Empire and the Zulu Kingdom, lasted from 1879 to 1884. This particular engagement took place during the First Anglo-Zulu War, specifically at the Battle of Ulundi, which marked the end of the conflict. The British victory at Ulundi secured their control over the Zulu Kingdom and paved the way for further expansion into Southern Africa. The historical significance of this moment is evident in the artist's masterful depiction of the tension and drama that unfolded on the battlefield. The use of naturalistic colors and dynamic compositional elements draws the viewer into the scene, allowing them to experience the raw emotion and intensity of the clash between two powerful forces. The importance of this moment in history is further highlighted by the fact that it was captured by an ILN special artist, ensuring its widespread dissemination and preservation for future generations. This image serves as a testament to the courage and determination of the soldiers involved, as well as the broader historical context of the British colonial expansion in Africa.
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