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Poster Print : Pigeon Shooting in India, 19th century. Creator: J Bennett
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Pigeon Shooting in India, 19th century. Creator: J Bennett
Pigeon Shooting in India, 19th century. British colonials fire as locals release pigeons into the air
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Media ID 18776060
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Aiming Bennett Blood Sports British Raj Cruel Cruelty Firing Imperialism Pigeon Pigeons Shooting The Raj British Empire Hindoostan Pastime
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's captivating Pigeon Shooting in India, 19th century poster print. This vintage photograph, sourced from Heritage Images and created by J Bennett, showcases an intriguing moment in history. Witness the excitement of the British colonial era as hunters take aim, while locals release a flock of pigeons into the open sky. Transport yourself to another world with this stunning and authentic piece of historical art.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 35.2cm (23.4" x 13.9")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
Caption: "Pigeon Shooting in India, 19th century. British colonials fire as locals release pigeons into the air". This black and white lithograph captures a scene from the 19th century in India, showcasing an intriguing blend of colonial influence and local traditions. Created by J Bennett, this print offers a glimpse into the world of pigeon shooting during that era. In this image, we witness British colonials engaging in their favored pastime while Indian locals assist by releasing pigeons into the sky. The monochrome setting adds to the intensity of the moment as guns are fired and birds take flight. This depiction raises questions about cultural exchange and power dynamics within the context of British imperialism. The print not only highlights a blood sport popular among British officers but also sheds light on rural life in Hindoostan (India) during that time period. It serves as a reminder of how colonialism impacted various aspects of society, including leisure activities. While some may view this scene as cruel or indicative of imperialistic dominance, it is essential to recognize its historical significance rather than endorsing or condemning such practices today. This artwork provides valuable insight into both regionalism and warfare strategies employed by those who held power during Britain's occupation of India. As part of our commitment to preserving historical records through visual art, Heritage Images presents this remarkable piece from J Bennett's collection for educational purposes only – allowing us to reflect upon our shared history without promoting commercial use or endorsing cruelty towards animals. "
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