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Basuto Gun War, 1880 - Basuto warrior
A Basuto warrior in 1880. Date: 1880
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Basuto Basutoland Lesotho Shield Warrior Basutos Racial
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.6cm x 39.6cm (7.7" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the fierce determination of a Basuto warrior from the late 19th century, during the tumultuous period of the Basuto Gun War in Southern Africa. The Basuto people, also known as the Sotho, are an ethnic group indigenous to the mountainous region of Lesotho and parts of South Africa. In the 1880s, their land was threatened by encroaching European settlers, leading to a series of conflicts that came to be known as the Basuto Gun War. The warrior in this photograph is dressed in traditional attire, adorned with beads and a leopard skin cloak. He holds a large shield, a vital defensive tool in battle, and a gun, symbolizing the adoption of modern weaponry during this period of transition. The combination of traditional and contemporary elements reflects the complex interplay between indigenous cultures and the forces of colonialism. The Basuto people were known for their strong military traditions and their ability to adapt to changing circumstances. This warrior's intense gaze and ready stance convey a sense of readiness and resilience, embodying the spirit of the Basuto people during this pivotal moment in their history. The Basuto Gun War marked a significant turning point for the Basuto people and the region as a whole. It led to the consolidation of British rule in the area and the establishment of the Basutoland Protectorate, which later became the independent nation of Lesotho. This photograph offers a poignant reminder of the rich history and complex cultural heritage of the Basuto people.
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