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The Afghan War: negotiating peace with Yakoob Khan (Mohammad Yaqub Khan
The Afghan War: negotiating peace with Yakoob Khan (Mohammad Yaqub Khan) at Hashim Kheyl in Afghanistan. Date: 1879
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1879 Afghan Afghanistan Afghans Anglo Anglo Afghan Diplomacy Diplomats Emir Feb21 Khan Mohammad Negotiating Negotiation Negotiations Peace Treaty Hashim Khel Yakoob
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Experience the rich history of the past with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases a compelling moment from the Afghan War, as British diplomat Sir Pierre Louis Nicholas Cavagnari negotiates peace with Mohammad Yaqub Khan, the Afghan Emir, in 1879. The image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the intense and pivotal conversation between the two figures at Hashim Kheyl in Afghanistan. Add this captivating piece of history to your home or office decor, and let the story of the past unfold before your eyes.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the Anglo-Afghan Wars, as British diplomats negotiate for peace with Emir Mohammad Yaqub Khan at Hashim Kheyl in Afghanistan in 1879. The scene is set against the rugged terrain of the Afghan landscape, with the emir and his entourage seated under a canopy, dressed in traditional Afghan attire. The British diplomats, dressed in formal Western attire, are seen engaging in intense discussions with the Afghan leader, their expressions revealing a deep concentration and determination to reach a resolution. The Second Anglo-Afghan War, which began in 1878, was a result of British attempts to extend their influence in Afghanistan and secure a strategic border with Russia. The war was marked by fierce resistance from the Afghan people and resulted in significant losses for both sides. The negotiations at Hashim Kheyl were a crucial step towards ending the conflict and restoring peace in the region. The treaty that was ultimately signed in May 1879 granted the British certain concessions, but also allowed Afghanistan to maintain its independence. The negotiations were a testament to the complexities of diplomacy and the importance of finding common ground in the face of political and cultural differences. This photograph offers a glimpse into a significant moment in history, where the fate of nations hung in the balance and the power of diplomacy prevailed.
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