Antique Framed Print : Delhi Durbar, celebration on the occasion of Queen Victoria becoming Empress of India
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Delhi Durbar, celebration on the occasion of Queen Victoria becoming Empress of India
XTD68237 Delhi Durbar, celebration on the occasion of Queen Victoria becoming Empress of India, 1877 by Caddy, Alexander (19th century); Private Collection; out of copyright
Media ID 12922666
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Assembly Audience Levee Viceroy Empress
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 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: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 18.1cm (14.6" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the grandeur and splendor of the Delhi Durbar, a momentous celebration held in 1877 to commemorate Queen Victoria's proclamation as Empress of India. The image, taken by Alexander Caddy, offers a glimpse into this historic event that marked the pinnacle of British colonial power in India. The scene unfolds against a vast landscape, with an assembly of dignitaries and distinguished guests filling every inch of space. The audience is adorned in elaborate attire, reflecting the opulence and diversity of Indian culture. In their midst stands the Viceroy, representing British authority and presiding over this majestic gathering. The atmosphere exudes regality and reverence as all eyes are fixed on the central figure - Queen Victoria herself. Her presence symbolizes not only her own reign but also the might and influence of an empire that spanned continents. This photograph serves as a visual testament to an era defined by imperialism and colonial rule. It encapsulates both admiration for Indian traditions and customs while simultaneously asserting British dominance over its subjects. Preserved within a private collection, this remarkable piece invites us to reflect upon history's complexities: from cultural assimilation to political subjugation; from celebration to resistance. It reminds us that art has always played a pivotal role in capturing significant moments that shape our world. Courtesy of www. bridgemanart. com, we can appreciate this snapshot frozen in time – an enduring reminder of an epoch when empires collided amidst lavish ceremonies on foreign soil.
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