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?Capture & Death of the Shahzadaghs?, 1857
?Capture & Death of the Shahzadaghs?, 1857. Coloured lithograph from The Campaign in India 1857-58 from drawings made during the eventful period of the Great Mutiny, illustrating the military operations before Delhi and its neighbourhood'. A series of 26 coloured lithographs by W Simpson, E Walker and others, after G F Atkinson, published by Day andSon, 1857-1858. Associated with the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859). On 21 September 1857, Lieutenant (later Major) William Hodson received the surrender of Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last Moghul Emperor, after the fall of Delhi. The next day he arrested three of the royal princes (Shazadas) in front of a large crowd outside the city walls. Hodson shot them in cold blood after they had freely given up their arms. Although the entire royal family had surrendered peacefully, several more of the Emperor?s sons were tried and hanged for ?rebellion?. Date: 1858
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1857 Campaign Capture Delhi Drawings Eventful Illustrating Lithographs Mutiny Neighbourhood Operations Simpson Walker Made
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring "Capture & Death of the Shahzadaghs," 1857 by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This stunning coloured lithograph, taken from The Campaign in India 1857-58, captures the dramatic events of the Great Mutiny. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, bringing the intricate details and vibrant colours of this historical masterpiece to life. Add this beautiful work of art to your collection and transport yourself back in time.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.5cm (20" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This powerful and haunting image captures the tragic events of the Indian Mutiny in 1857, specifically depicting the "Capture & Death of the Shahzadaghs". The coloured lithograph from "The Campaign in India 1857-58" portrays a scene of great turmoil and violence during this tumultuous period.
In the illustration, we see Lieutenant William Hodson receiving the surrender of Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last Moghul Emperor, after the fall of Delhi. The next day, Hodson arrests three royal princes (Shazadas) in front of a large crowd outside the city walls. Shockingly, Hodson cold-bloodedly shoots them after they had given up their arms.
This brutal act symbolizes the ruthless suppression of rebellion by British forces during this time. Despite peaceful surrenders by many members of the royal family, several more sons were unjustly tried and hanged for their alleged involvement in rebellion.
The vivid colours and detailed depiction in this lithograph bring to life a dark chapter in history that should not be forgotten. It serves as a stark reminder of the atrocities committed during colonial rule and highlights the complexities and injustices inherent in such conflicts.
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