1826 published print of First Burma War, conflagration of Dalla on Rangoon River

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Drawn by J. Moore, who was a Lieutenant with the East India Company's troops, this shows the view from the Rangoon River of the town of Dalla in flames. It measures 33x43 cm overall, image area 25x38 cm. This is just one of a series of 24 prints that were originally published in an album. I have 12, of which this is the third that I am offering. Sadly, they have been practically destroyed by being hung in too much light in a damp atmosphere, and they have also been very badly treated by framers, as you will see. So, first of all, they are all very dark, as the paper has browned through contact with an acidic backboard, which still remains firmly attached (glued down at many different points). The green over mount (which I am including but which is of poor quality and should be replaced as quickly as possible) manages to cover up the worst of the damage. This particular print has a very noticeable acid burn across the sky in the middle, going through the two palm trees. There are no red soldiers' uniforms in this scene, which in any case is set at night, so the overall colour balance isn't too bad. These images are still full of detail which could be of considerable interest, particularly the early paddle steamer in the foreground. In good shape, dealers sell these prints for between 200 and 300 pounds each, so here's a chance read more
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