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The Two Sons of Tipu Sahib, Sultan of Mysore, Being Handed over as Hostages to General Cornwallis
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The Two Sons of Tipu Sahib, Sultan of Mysore, Being Handed over as Hostages to General Cornwallis
XYC174457 The Two Sons of Tipu Sahib, Sultan of Mysore, Being Handed over as Hostages to General Cornwallis (1738-1805), c.1792 (oil on canvas) by Smirke, Robert (1752-1845); 45.1x35.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; (add.info.: Tipu Sahib (1749-99) later killed in battle which led to surrender of his sons and of Mysore to British rule in 1799; Charles Cornwallis was Governor General of India in 1786-93; ); English, out of copyright
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The captivating print titled "The Two Sons of Tipu Sahib, Sultan of Mysore, Being Handed over as Hostages to General Cornwallis" transports us back to a significant moment in history. Painted by Robert Smirke in 1792, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 45.1x35.5 cm and is housed at the Yale Center for British Art. In this poignant scene, we witness the heart-wrenching event where the two sons of Tipu Sahib are being handed over as hostages to General Cornwallis during the colonial era in India. The painting captures their pleading expressions and uniformed attire, symbolizing their vulnerability against the might of British rule. Tipu Sahib himself was a formidable figure who fought valiantly against British colonization but tragically lost his life in battle. This surrender marked not only the end of his reign but also led to Mysore falling under British control in 1799. Charles Cornwallis, serving as Governor General of India from 1786-93, stands tall and resolute amidst this emotional exchange. The painting serves as a reminder of the power dynamics inherent within colonialism and highlights how individuals like Tipu Sahib's sons were caught up in its web. Through Smirke's skilled brushwork and attention to detail, we are transported into this historical moment that encapsulates both tragedy and resistance. It serves as a powerful testament to an era defined by conquests and struggles for independence – an
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