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Un enterrement a Tsarasaotra (colour litho)
2789592 Un enterrement a Tsarasaotra (colour litho) by Bombled, Louis Charles (1862-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un enterrement a Tsarasaotra. Illustration for La Guerre a Madagascar by H Galli with illustrations by L Bombled (Garnier, 1897).); © Look and Learn
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Un enterrement a Tsarasaotra (colour litho) captures the somber scene of a burial in Tsarasaotra, Madagascar during the Franco-Hova Wars. This poignant image, created by Louis Charles Bombled and reproduced as a colour lithograph, offers a glimpse into the colonial era and its impact on the island nation. The print is based on an illustration for La Guerre a Madagascar by H Galli with illustrations by L Bombled, published in 1897. It depicts a moment from this historical conflict between France and the Merina Kingdom of Madagascar. In this solemn tableau, we see French soldiers paying their respects to fallen comrades as they lay them to rest in European-style tombs. The presence of these graves serves as a stark reminder of France's colonial ambitions and their influence on local customs. The composition exudes both sorrow and reverence, capturing the emotions surrounding loss and sacrifice amidst foreign lands. The tombstones stand tall against the backdrop of lush vegetation, symbolizing the clash between European culture and indigenous traditions. This powerful image invites contemplation about imperialism's lasting effects on nations like Madagascar. It prompts us to reflect upon history's complexities while acknowledging that it is through understanding our past that we can shape our future.
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