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The Remnants of an Army
The Remnants of an Army. Photomechanical print after Elizabeth Thompson (later Lady Butler). Associated with the Retreat from Kabul, 1st Afghan War (1838-1842). Date: 1856
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1838 1842 Afghan Associated Butler Crimea Defeat Doctor Kabul Print Remnants Retreat Thompson Elizabeth Photomechanical
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Canvas Prints collection, featuring "The Remnants of an Army" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful and evocative image, originally a photomechanical print after Elizabeth Thompson (Lady Butler), transports you back in time to the 1st Afghan War (1838-1842). Witness the poignant scene of weary soldiers, their spirits and ranks depleted after the arduous Retreat from Kabul. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail that bring this historical moment to life in your home or office. Elevate your space with a piece of art that tells a story, only with Media Storehouse Canvas Prints.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" 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 Remnants of an Army," a powerful and poignant photomechanical print by Elizabeth Thompson, later known as Lady Butler, depicts the aftermath of the Retreat from Kabul during the First Afghan War (1838-1842). The image, created in 1856, captures the raw emotion and devastation of the defeated British soldiers and their Indian sepoys as they trudge along a desolate and barren landscape, weighed down by their equipment and the loss of their comrades. In the foreground, a doctor attends to a wounded soldier, his face etched with concern and exhaustion. The soldier's comrades look on, some with despair, others with resignation, as they trudge along, their once proud and disciplined army now reduced to a disheveled and demoralized group. The print is a testament to the brutal realities of war and the toll it takes on soldiers and civilians alike. The First Afghan War was a significant defeat for the British Empire, marking the end of their attempts to expand their influence in Afghanistan for several decades. The image resonated deeply with Europeans, particularly in the context of the ongoing Crimean War (1853-1856), which was also causing significant losses and hardships for the British military. Thompson's masterful use of light and shadow, as well as her attention to detail, bring the scene to life and make the viewer feel the weight of the soldiers' burden and the gravity of their situation. The print is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the indelible mark it leaves on those who experience it.
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