Antique Framed Print : Photograph of Sudanese preparing for battle
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Photograph of Sudanese preparing for battle
Photograph of Sudanese preparing for battle. Photograph from an album associated with the 2nd Sudan War (1896-1899). Men with swords and shields gather around drummers with Nihas with a column of men with firearms in background. Date: 1898
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Media ID 14389833
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1896 1898 1899 Dervish Drummers Forces Gather Preparing Shields Sudan Sudanese Swords
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.3cm (9.6" x 7.2")
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 photograph captures a moment of intense preparation among the Sudanese Dervish forces during the 2nd Sudan War in 1898. The image, taken from an album associated with the conflict, depicts a group of men gathered around drummers playing Nihas, their drums adorned with intricate patterns and fringes. The drummers, dressed in flowing white robes and headdresses, beat a rhythm that resonated through the ranks, unifying the troops and instilling a sense of determination and focus. Surrounding the drummers, soldiers wielding swords and shields stand at the ready, their faces set with resolve. Their dark robes and turbans contrast sharply with the golden sands of the desert behind them. In the background, a column of men with firearms can be seen, adding an element of modernity to the scene. The 2nd Sudan War, also known as the Mahdist War, was a significant conflict in the history of Africa, pitting the Sudanese Dervish forces against the British Empire. The war lasted from 1896 to 1899 and resulted in a decisive victory for the British, who were able to establish control over Sudan. This photograph offers a glimpse into the preparations and determination of the Dervish forces before they faced the superior firepower of the British army. The image provides a poignant reminder of the rich and complex history of Africa and the courage and resilience of its people during times of conflict. It is a powerful visual representation of the human spirit and the enduring allure of the unknown, as these men prepared to face an uncertain future on the battlefield.
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