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Poster Print : Britannia and Cetewayo
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Britannia and Cetewayo
Retribution : Britannia seizes the Zulu chief Cetewayo round the neck, in a landscape dominated by the dead bodies of both British soldiers and Zulus
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1879 Bodies Britannia Cetewayo Cetshwayo Chief Dead Knife Zulu Zulus Cetawayo Cetywajo Ketchwayo Retribution
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Introduce historical depth to your walls with the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring "Britannia and Cetewayo" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image captures the pivotal moment from the Anglo-Zulu War, where Britannia, the personification of the British Empire, seizes Zulu chief Cetewayo amidst a haunting landscape filled with the fallen soldiers and Zulus. This powerful, evocative poster print adds a captivating touch to any room, igniting intriguing conversations and showcasing your appreciation for history. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your home or office."
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 39.9cm (23.4" x 15.7")
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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This powerful and evocative historical print captures the intense moment of retribution as Britannia seizes the Zulu chief Cetewayo by the neck. Set against a landscape dominated by the haunting presence of dead bodies from both British soldiers and Zulus, this image is a stark reminder of the brutal realities of war.
The tension in this scene is palpable, with Britannia's firm grip on Cetewayo symbolizing the triumph of British colonial power over African resistance. The caricatured figures are rendered in intricate detail, capturing the intensity of emotion in their expressions.
The inclusion of weapons such as swords and knives further emphasizes the violent nature of this confrontation, highlighting the destructive impact that imperialism had on indigenous populations.
Through this striking image, viewers are transported back to 1879 when Britain was engaged in conflict with Zulu warriors led by Chief Cetewayo. It serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often tragic history of colonialism in Africa.
This print from Mary Evans Prints Online is not just a piece of art but also a window into a turbulent period in world history. It challenges us to reflect on past injustices while also serving as a testament to human resilience and perseverance amidst adversity.
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