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Poster Print : Srilanka-Protest
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Srilanka-Protest
A Sri Lankan activist, who wrapped himself with fire crackers, holds a lighter as he walks in Colombo on July 23, 2014 to symbolically demonstrate against people burned during Anti-Tamil riots on the island thirty-one years ago. Official accounts placed the death toll at 400 while human rights activists put the toll at thousands. AFP PHOTO/ Ishara S.KODIKARA / AFP PHOTO / Ishara S.KODIKARA
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this powerful and thought-provoking image captured by photographer Ishara S. Kodikara, we witness a Sri Lankan activist making a bold statement against the tragic events that unfolded during the Anti-Tamil riots on the island three decades ago. Wrapped in firecrackers, he holds a lighter as he walks through the streets of Colombo, symbolically commemorating those who lost their lives. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of an unsettling chapter in Sri Lanka's history. Official records state that 400 people perished during these riots; however, human rights activists claim that thousands were victims of this devastating violence. The discrepancy between official accounts and actual figures only adds to the urgency for truth and justice. With fireworks exploding around him, this brave man stands tall, demanding recognition for those whose lives were unjustly taken away. His act is both symbolic and offbeat - drawing attention to an issue often overlooked or forgotten over time. Ishara S. Kodikara's vertical composition captures not just the physical presence of this determined individual but also conveys his emotional intensity and unwavering commitment to shedding light on past atrocities. This photograph by AFP serves as a visual testament to resilience, remembrance, and advocacy for change. It reminds us all of our responsibility to confront painful histories head-on so that we may strive towards building a more inclusive society where such tragedies are never repeated again.
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