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Fourteen heads of Boxers on the walls of Tchio-Tchao, China, 1900. Artist: Oswaldo Tofani
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Fourteen heads of Boxers on the walls of Tchio-Tchao, China, 1900. Artist: Oswaldo Tofani
Fourteen heads of Boxers on the walls of Tchio-Tchao, China, 1900. Boxer Rebellion was a Chinese rebellion from November 1899 to September 7, 1901, against foreign influence in areas such as trade, politics, religion and technology that occurred in China during the final years of the Manchu rule (Qing Dynasty). An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 11th November 1900
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This print titled "Fourteen heads of Boxers on the walls of Tchio-Tchao, China, 1900" by artist Oswaldo Tofani takes us back to a significant moment in history. The image depicts a chilling aftermath of the Boxer Rebellion, a violent uprising against foreign influence in China during the late Qing Dynasty. The photograph showcases fourteen decapitated heads mounted on spikes and displayed on a wall. It serves as a haunting reminder of the brutality and savagery that characterized this rebellion. Each head represents an individual who fought against foreign forces, their expressions frozen in death. The composition is striking with its stark contrast between the white uniforms worn by these fallen soldiers and the vibrant red backdrop. The spears used to impale their severed heads add an eerie element to this gruesome scene. Through this powerful illustration from Le Petit Journal, we are transported back to November 11th, 1900 when this image was first published. It offers us a glimpse into one aspect of warfare during that time - decapitation as both an act of violence and intimidation. As we reflect upon this historical event captured through art media, it is essential to remember the human cost behind such conflicts. This print serves as a testament to those who lost their lives fighting for what they believed in and invites us to contemplate the consequences of war and rebellion throughout history.
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