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Gunboat Diplomacy, 1877 (w / c on paper)
MGS149603 Gunboat Diplomacy, 1877 (w/c on paper) by Middlemass, Lt. A. (fl.1877); 36x51.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Expedition up the Congo River by British gunboat Avon to punish the native Africans for plundering in 1876 an American trading schooner Joseph Nickerson ; ); eMichael Graham-Stewart; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22609258
© Michael Graham-Stewart / Bridgeman Images
Imperialism Piracy Pirates Retribution Steam Launch Natives Punishment Punitive
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This print titled "Gunboat Diplomacy, 1877" by Lt. A. Middlemass depicts a significant moment in history when the British gunboat Avon embarked on an expedition up the Congo River to deliver retribution for the plundering of an American trading schooner, Joseph Nickerson, by native Africans in 1876. The image showcases the intense confrontation between the imposing gunboat and a fleet of native African boats amidst billowing smoke and burning flames. It serves as a powerful symbol of imperialism and highlights the clash between two worlds - one driven by power and control, while the other fights to protect their own interests. The scene evokes imagery from Joseph Conrad's renowned novel "Heart of Darkness" where themes of colonialism and exploitation are explored. The painting captures both the chaos and determination present during this punitive mission against piracy. Lt. A. Middlemass skillfully portrays this historical event through his use of watercolors on paper, bringing life to each detail with precision and depth. This artwork is now part of a private collection but continues to serve as a reminder of past conflicts that shaped our world today. As we reflect upon this image, it prompts us to contemplate not only its artistic value but also its historical significance – reminding us how diplomacy can sometimes be enforced through forceful means like gunboats; leaving behind lasting impressions etched into our collective memory.
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