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Framed Print of Mompunga, a Lushai chief, and Mr. Murray, Political Agent, taking the Oath of Friendship, 1890. Creator: P Naumann
Mompunga, a Lushai chief, and Mr. Murray, Political Agent, taking the Oath of Friendship, 1890....the hostile tribes on both sides have made their submission, and Haka will he held as a permanent British military station. Our correspondent, Lieutenant H. W. G. Cole, of the 2nd Goorkhas, contributes another Sketch, which shows a curious and interesting ceremony performed on the banks of the Klang River...Mompunga came down to take an oath of friendship with Mr. Murray...A clear space was made in the jungle, and plantain-leaves strewn on the ground. The chief, his brother, and attendants seated themselves in a row, facing a young pig and a gyal or tame bison, which were tied to a tree. After a short parley the chief rose and, taking a spear, handed it to Mr. Murray, and they both plunged it into the pig. The chief then smeared some of the pig's blood on Mr. Murray's forehead, and Mr. Murray returned the compliment...The chief then said: "Until the sun ceases to shine in the heavens, and until yonder stream runs backwards, I will be your true and faithful friend." Potations of rice-beer and rum concluded the ceremony. An oath taken in this manner is considered by the Lushais most binding, and they are seldom known to break it'. From "Illustrated London News", 1890. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 15.8cm (9.6" x 6.2")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
