River Hooghly Collection

Saugor Lighthouse, off the mouth of the Hooghly, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Saugor Lighthouse, off the mouth of the Hooghly, [India], 1876. The island of Saugor, upon which stands the iron lighthouse to guide ships approaching Calcutta as they enter the Hooghly river

Prinsep's Ghaut, Calcutta, from a sketch by of our special artists, 1876. Creator: Unknown
Prinsep's Ghaut, Calcutta, from a sketch by of our special artists, 1876. Crowds turn out to welcome the future King Edward VII

The Royal Visit to India: craft on the Hooghly, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. Creator: E. Hastie
The Royal Visit to India: craft on the Hooghly, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. The future King Edward VII in India: from "The Times" newspaper

The Trading Post of the Dutch East India Company in Hooghly, Bengal, 1665. Creator: Hendrik van Schuylenburgh
The Trading Post of the Dutch East India Company in Hooghly, Bengal, 1665

Reception of Lord Gough at Calcutta, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Reception of Lord Gough at Calcutta, 1850. Loud Gough arrived at Calcutta [modern Kolkata, India] on the 29th of December

View of Calcutta, c. 1790 (oil on canvas)
MAN278060 View of Calcutta, c.1790 (oil on canvas) by Hodges, William (1744-97); 62.9x94.8 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Territory of Calcutta When Attacked by Surajah Dowlah, 1756, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Territory of Calcutta When Attacked by Surajah Dowlah, 1756, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant

Victoria Memorial at Calcutta, ca. 1910s. Creator: Johnston & Hoffmann
Victoria Memorial at Calcutta, ca. 1910s. [Monument to Queen Victoria, on the banks of the Hooghly River in Kolkata, India. The building opened to the public in 1921]. Gelatin silver print

River Hooghly, Calcutta (b / w photo)
2810825 River Hooghly, Calcutta (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: River Hooghly, Calcutta)

The New Jubilee Bridge of the East Indian Railway across the River Hooghly, at Hooghly, India (engraving)
1050442 The New Jubilee Bridge of the East Indian Railway across the River Hooghly, at Hooghly, India (engraving) by English School

The Calcutta Obsequies of Lord Mayo (engraving)
1613628 The Calcutta Obsequies of Lord Mayo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Calcutta Obsequies of Lord Mayo)

[Shipping in the Hooghly near Fort, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[Shipping in the Hooghly near Fort, Calcutta], 1850s

[Tollys Nullah, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[Tollys Nullah, Calcutta], 1850s

View at the Mouth of the Hooghly, 1890. Creator: Unknown
View at the Mouth of the Hooghly, 1890. The Hooghly River, a distributary of the Ganges River in West Bengal, from which the East India company sailed into Bengal to establish their trade settlement

View from the Hooghly Bridge, Calcutta, India, 1895. Creator: Unknown
Calcutta, view from the Hooghly Bridge, 1895. Ships on the river Hooghly at the port of Kolkata, Bengal. From " Round the World in Pictures and Photographs

Victoria Memorial Hall, from the North-West, 1925. Creator: Unknown
Victoria Memorial Hall, from the North-West, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Old Fort William, from the River, 1754, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Old Fort William, from the River, 1754, (1925). From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Barrackpore Park and Cantonment, 1841, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Barrackpore Park and Cantonment (1841), 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Barrackpore House, from the Hugli, 1803, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Barrackpore House, from the Hugli, 1803, (1925). From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Old Fort William, from the River (1736), 1925. Creator: Unknown
Old Fort William, from the River (1736), 1925. From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Calcutta, 1788. Artist: Thomas Daniell
Calcutta, 1788. From Adventures By Sea From Art of Old Time, by Basil Lubbock. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1925]

Howrah Floating Bridge, Calcutta, c1905
Howrah Floating Bridge, Calcutta, 1905. Howrah Bridge, a pontoon bridge over the Hooghly River in West Bengal, India. The Government of Bengal passed the Howrah Bridge Act in the year 1871 under

Strand and cricket ground, panorama of Calcutta, India, c1840s. Artist: Frederick Fiebig
Strand and cricket ground, panorama of Calcutta, India, c1840s

The Government House and Town Hall, Calcutta, India, c1840s. Artist: Frederick Fiebig
The Government House and Town Hall, Calcutta, India, c1840s

Panorama of Calcutta, India, c1840s. Artist: Frederick Fiebig
Panorama of Calcutta, India, c1840s. View showing Alipore, Kidderpore, Gardenreach and Fort William

View of Calcutta from the Esplanade, c1860. The city of Kolkata in West Bengal, India, during the period of East India Company rule

Hooghly River, Alipore, India, 1905-1906. Artist: FL Peters
Hooghly River, Alipore, India, 1905-1906

Bridge over the River Hooghly, Calcutta, India, c1880-1890. Illustration from Inde Anglaise, Sites et Paysages, (English India, Places and Landscapes, published by L Boulanger, Paris)

Howrah Bridge over the Hooghly River, Calcutta, India, early 20th century. Postcard

Fort William at Bengall, 1736 (engraving)
XJF451349 Fort William at Bengall, 1736 (engraving) by Vandergucht, Gerard (1696-1776); Private Collection; (add.info.: British colonial fort in Calcutta)

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Enchanting River Hooghly" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of the River Hooghly, as seen through a series of remarkable artworks and photographs. In c. 1790, an oil painting titled "View of Calcutta" transports us to a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the bustling cityscape that once thrived along its banks. The territory of Calcutta faced great turmoil when attacked by Surajah Dowlah in 1756, depicted vividly in James Grant's powerful artwork from c1891. Moving closer to the river's edge, we encounter another masterpiece by Grant - "View of the Great Mosque on the Hooghley. " This stunning portrayal showcases not only architectural grandeur but also highlights how religion played an integral role in shaping this vibrant region. Fast forward to ca. 1910s, where Johnston & Hoffmann's lens captures the majestic Victoria Memorial at Calcutta standing tall against a backdrop of history and heritage. A black-and-white photograph allows us to witness firsthand the timeless allure itself - its waters flowing serenely amidst urban chaos. The New Jubilee Bridge takes center stage next; an engraving showcasing this engineering marvel spanning across River Hooghly at Hoogly India. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and progress. Continuing our journey down memory lane, we witness The Calcutta Obsequies of Lord Mayo - an engraving capturing both solemnity and reverence during this significant event held along these sacred shores. Captain R. B Hill's artistic eye brings forth two intriguing glimpses into life near Fort Calcutta with "[Shipping in the Hooghly near Fort]" and "[Tollys Nullah]. " These snapshots offer insights into maritime activities that once flourished here during the 1850s.