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British colonial hunters mounted on elephants with Indian guides chasing and shooting at a tiger in a river in India. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Theodore Goetz from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder
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British colonial hunters mounted on elephants with Indian guides chasing and shooting at a tiger in a river in India. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Theodore Goetz from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder
FLO4568941 British colonial hunters mounted on elephants with Indian guides chasing and shooting at a tiger in a river in India. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Theodore Goetz from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1823.; (add.info.: British colonial hunters mounted on elephants with Indian guides chasing and shooting at a tiger in a river in India. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Theodore Goetz from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1823.); © Florilegius
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving captures a dramatic scene of British colonial hunters mounted on elephants, accompanied by Indian guides, chasing and shooting at a tiger in a river in India. The intensity of the hunt is palpable as the hunters and their majestic elephants navigate the waters in pursuit of their prey.
The image reflects the power dynamics of British colonial rule in India, with the hunters asserting dominance over both the native wildlife and their Indian guides. The exoticism and adventure of colonial exploration are romanticized through this illustration, depicting a thrilling chase through lush jungle landscapes.
The intricate details captured by Theodore Goetz in this engraving bring to life the excitement and danger of field sports during the British Raj era. The vibrant colors used to handcolour this print add an element of fantasy to an otherwise brutal scene, highlighting both the beauty and brutality inherent in hunting expeditions.
As we gaze upon this historical artwork from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), we are transported back to 1823 Weimar, where images like these served as educational tools for young minds eager to learn about far-off lands and exotic creatures. This illustration serves as a window into a bygone era when colonialism reigned supreme, leaving behind complex legacies that continue to shape our world today.
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