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The Burmese Position at Min-Gyan, taken without Opposition on 25 November (engraving)
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The Burmese Position at Min-Gyan, taken without Opposition on 25 November (engraving)
1623075 The Burmese Position at Min-Gyan, taken without Opposition on 25 November (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burmese Position at Min-Gyan, taken without Opposition on 25 November. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 January 1886.
A Forestier); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23075558
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This engraving, titled "The Burmese Position at Min-Gyan, taken without Opposition on 25 November" transports us back to a significant moment in history. Created by Amedee Forestier and published in The Illustrated London News on January 9th, 1886, this artwork offers a glimpse into the topography of Burma during that time. Intriguingly detailed, the print showcases the strategic Burmese position at Min-Gyan. With meticulous precision, Forestier captures the landscape's undulating terrain and lush vegetation surrounding this crucial location. The absence of opposition on that fateful day is emphasized through the serene atmosphere depicted in this engraving. As we delve deeper into this piece, it becomes evident that Forestier's artistic prowess lies not only in his technical skill but also in his ability to transport viewers to another era. Through careful composition and attention to detail, he invites us to imagine what it was like standing there on November 25th – witnessing firsthand the significance of this captured moment. Now part of a private collection and made available by Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder platform, this engraving serves as a visual testament to an important event in Burmese history. It reminds us of the power art holds in preserving historical moments for generations to come.
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