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A Paddy Field, from the series Burma: A Land of Rich Resources (colour litho)
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A Paddy Field, from the series Burma: A Land of Rich Resources (colour litho)
MAN464469 A Paddy Field, from the series Burma: A Land of Rich Resources (colour litho) by Nyan, Ba (fl.1928); Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: commissioned by the Empire Marketing Board and printed by Eyre & Spottiswoode for HMSO; see also 464468;
Manchester Art Gallery holds a fascinating collection of artist-designed posters, Commissioned by the British government's Empire Marketing Board between 1926 and 1933. The EMB's main function was to increase sales of Empire-grown and Empire-made goods throughout Great Britain, its Dominions and its Colonies. One aspect of its activities was a poster campaign that was designed to turn Britons into Empire-conscious consumers. Over 200 posters were acquired by Manchester Art Gallery in the 1930s. The posters strong images illustrate the Empire's people, places and products. However, for a contemporary audience, the posters sometimes express uncomfortable beliefs and raise difficult questions about the legacies of the Empire today.); © Manchester Art Gallery
Media ID 32118486
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This vibrant print captures the essence of a paddy field in Burma, showcasing the country's rich resources. Taken from the series "Burma: A Land of Rich Resources" by Nyan, Ba, this colour lithograph is a testament to the beauty and fertility of Burmese landscapes. Commissioned by the Empire Marketing Board and printed by Eyre & Spottiswoode for HMSO, this artwork was part of a larger collection aimed at promoting sales of Empire-grown and Empire-made goods throughout Great Britain and its colonies. Manchester Art Gallery proudly holds an intriguing assortment of artist-designed posters from this campaign. The poster campaign sought to cultivate an Empire-conscious consumer base among Britons during the years 1926-1933. Over 200 posters were acquired by Manchester Art Gallery in the 1930s, each featuring powerful images that showcased various aspects of life within the British Empire - its people, places, and products. However, viewing these posters through a contemporary lens raises important questions about the legacies left behind by colonialism. While they serve as historical artifacts with undeniable artistic value, they also express uncomfortable beliefs that challenge us to confront difficult truths about our shared history. This particular print transports viewers into a lush paddy field in Burma while inviting contemplation on both its natural beauty and complex historical context. It serves as a reminder that art can be both visually captivating and thought-provoking – prompting us to reflect on how past narratives shape our present-day understanding.
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