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Last Notes from the Ashantee War (engraving)
1058543 Last Notes from the Ashantee War (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Last Notes from the Ashantee War. Illustration for The Graphic, 2 May 1874.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23026076
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Ashantee War Bread Burial Cape Coast Cape Coast Castle Comb Devils Bridge Fire Woods Firewood Firwood Funchal Ghana Kindling Loaves Peep Seizing Sierra Leone Third Anglo Ashanti War White Bread Upper Storey
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Experience the rich history of the Ashantee War with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the captivating engraving "Last Notes from the Ashantee War" by Alfred Chantrey Corbould, these prints bring the intrigue and drama of this significant historical event into your home or office. This exquisite artwork, originally from a private collection, captures the essence of the conflict's final moments. Add a touch of history and sophistication to your space with our high-quality poster prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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.
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Last Notes from the Ashantee War - A Glimpse into History
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. This photo print, titled "Last Notes from the Ashantee War" takes us back to a significant moment in time. Created by Alfred Chantrey Corbould in 1874, this engraving offers a vivid illustration of life during the Third Anglo-Ashanti War. The scene unfolds with intriguing details as we observe soldiers peeping through an upper storey window at a burial ceremony below. Amidst the solemnity, our attention is drawn to a straying cow and a native cap lying on the ground, hinting at the chaos that war brings even to everyday life. Intricately capturing domestic sketches amidst war-torn surroundings, this artwork showcases Cape Coast Castle as its backdrop - an emblematic location during this conflict. The artist skillfully portrays Major Baird scribbling his last notes while locals go about their daily routines nearby. The image also provides glimpses of various locations involved in this historical event – Sierra Leone, Funchal (Madeira), and Ghana – highlighting how far-reaching and impactful this war was. Beyond its artistic value, this print serves as a reminder of the importance of food supply during times of conflict. The presence of firewood and white bread loaves signifies both sustenance and scarcity faced by those caught up in war's grip. As we delve into "Last Notes from the Ashantee War" we are transported back to an era filled with turmoil but also
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