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Illustration, A Song of the English, Barren Landscape
Illustration to A Song of the English, a patriotic set of poems by Rudyard Kipling (first published in the English Illustrated Magazine). We that were bred overseas, depicting a man in a barren landscape, trying to survive as best he can, and thinking of his English origins. Date: first published 1893
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1893 Barren Bred Colonialism Danger Dangerous Dust Dusty Heath Imperialism Jingoism Jingoistic Kipling Origins Overseas Patriotic Patriotism Pioneer Pioneers Poem Poems Poetry Publication Robinson Rudyard Siecle Song Survival Survive Surviving Verse Wagon Wagons Inhospitable
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the stunning "Illustration, A Song of the English, Barren Landscape" print from Media Storehouse's collection. This captivating illustration is taken from Rudyard Kipling's patriotic poem set, first published in the English Illustrated Magazine. The image, rights-managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a barren landscape that speaks to the resilience and strength of the English spirit. Bring this beautiful piece of literature to life in your home or office, and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space. Order your print today and let the power of Kipling's words and this evocative illustration inspire you every day.
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.
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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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A Song of the English - A Barren Landscape
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is an evocative illustration accompanying Rudyard Kipling's patriotic poem of the same name, first published in the English Illustrated Magazine in 1893. This image transports us to a desolate, inhospitable landscape, where a lone figure, dressed in the garb of a colonial pioneer, stands resolute amidst the brown, dry, and dusty terrain. The man's determined expression speaks volumes of his unwavering connection to his English origins, despite the danger and isolation that surrounds him. The fin de siècle and early Edwardian era, in which this work was created, was marked by a surge of jingoistic sentiment and imperialistic fervor. Kipling, a renowned author and poet, tapped into this zeitgeist with his patriotic verse, which celebrated the spirit of the English and their colonial endeavors. The illustration serves as a visual complement to the text, encapsulating the sense of isolation and perseverance that defined the lives of those who were "bred overseas." The man's wagon, a lone speck against the vast, empty expanse of the heath, symbolizes the fragile connection he maintains with civilization. The danger and inhospitable conditions of the land serve as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by those who ventured into the unknown, driven by the promise of a better life or the lure of imperial expansion. This powerful illustration, with its haunting beauty and poignant symbolism, invites us to reflect on the human spirit's ability to endure and adapt, even in the most challenging of circumstances. It is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the English, and a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and hardships endured by those who ventured into the unknown, seeking to forge a new life in the far-flung corners of the British Empire.
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