Southern India Collection

Wall paintings on the entrance to Rohet Garh residence of the rulers of Rohet, now Heritage Hotel, Rajasthan, India Wall paintings on the entrance to Rohet Garh residence of the rulers of Rohet

Ghaus al- Azam, Abdul Qadir Ghilani of Baghdad, c. 1800
1196789 Ghaus al- Azam, Abdul Qadir Ghilani of Baghdad, c. 1800 (gouache with gold paint on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); 25x16 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian

Religious Couples
2911054 Religious Couples; (add.info.: 1830 Watercolour on English Paper titled 'Religious Couples' from Thanjavur, Southern India. Dated 1830.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Old Map of Southern India 1852 by Henry George Collins
This is a finely detailed map of Southern India remastered from a rare Atlas of the World published in 1852 by Henry George Collins

A Wedding in Southern India, the Bridesmaids Return from Church (engraving)
1050259 A Wedding in Southern India, the Bridesmaids Return from Church (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Wedding in Southern India)

Arms from the Prince of Waless Indian Collection (engraving)
1602376 Arms from the Prince of Waless Indian Collection (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arms from the Prince of Waless Indian Collection)

View of the Town of Mysore, Southern India (engraving)
1626554 View of the Town of Mysore, Southern India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Town of Mysore, Southern India)

The Wynaad Gold Fields, Southern India (engraving)
1045473 The Wynaad Gold Fields, Southern India (engraving) by Boot, William Henry James (1848-1918) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wynaad Gold Fields, Southern India)

Ancient Jain Temples in Southern India (engraving)
1596577 Ancient Jain Temples in Southern India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Jain Temples in Southern India)

Natives of Southern India and Ceylon (engraving)
1594643 Natives of Southern India and Ceylon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Natives of Southern India and Ceylon)

Part of the Temple of Jambukeshvara, Srirangam, Tamil Nadu, c
1196919 Part of the Temple of Jambukeshvara, Srirangam, Tamil Nadu, c. 1800 (pencil, pen, black ink, w/c on laid paper) by Indian School

Sketches in Southern India, shooting Alligators on the Way Home from a Picnic (engraving)
1058696 Sketches in Southern India, shooting Alligators on the Way Home from a Picnic (engraving) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Market Place of Trichinopoly, 1800 (oil on canvas)
NAM237749 The Market Place of Trichinopoly, 1800 (oil on canvas) by Le Couteur, Philip (1777-1807); National Army Museum, London; (add.info)

Life in Southern India, the Early Morning Ride (engraving)
1059006 Life in Southern India, the Early Morning Ride (engraving) by Hopkins, Arthur (1848-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life in Southern India, the Early Morning Ride)

A Hindoo Festival in Southern India, the Mahamakam in Kombakonam (b / w photo)
1039609 A Hindoo Festival in Southern India, the Mahamakam in Kombakonam (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A man with his ox, c. 1825 (pencil, pen, black ink, w / c, on Whatman paper)
1196920 A man with his ox, c. 1825 (pencil, pen, black ink, w/c, on Whatman paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 38.7x25.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Life in Southern India, "More Lively than Pleasant"(engraving)
1044196 Life in Southern India, " More Lively than Pleasant" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life in Southern India)

A Natural Cradle, Tuticorin, Southern India (engraving)
1105960 A Natural Cradle, Tuticorin, Southern India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Natural Cradle, Tuticorin, Southern India)

Pagoda at Ramisseram, 1803 (colour aquatint)
1196945 Pagoda at Ramisseram, 1803 (colour aquatint) by Salt, Henry (1780-1827) (after); 48x68 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

The British Residency at Hyderabad, 1813; 1830 (hand-coloured engraving. )
1196714 The British Residency at Hyderabad, 1813; 1830 (hand-coloured engraving.) by Grindlay, Robert Melville (1786-1877) (after); 40.5x32 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Christmas in Southern India (engraving)
1045885 Christmas in Southern India (engraving) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas in Southern India)

The Plague of Locusts in Southern India (engraving)
1059823 The Plague of Locusts in Southern India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Plague of Locusts in Southern India)

Life in Southern India (engraving)
1060546 Life in Southern India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Life in Southern India)

Dancing Beggars of Southern India (engraving)
1102930 Dancing Beggars of Southern India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dancing Beggars of Southern India)

Group Portrait of Rajas Surrounded by the Courtly Retinue, c. 1700-20. Creator: Unknown
Group Portrait of Rajas Surrounded by the Courtly Retinue, c. 1700-20. This large and rare painting represents a southern Indian genre of portraiture influenced by works from the imperial Mughal

Krishna Stealing Curds, late 1700s. Creator: Unknown
Krishna Stealing Curds, late 1700s

Krishna Vanquishing Vakasura, late 1700s. Creator: Unknown
Krishna Vanquishing Vakasura, late 1700s

Common peafowl (Pavo cristatus) perched on trees at dawn, Western Ghats, Southern India

India Southern India Street scenes 1968 Cities of Mughul India
India, Southern India, Street scenes, 1968 or earlier, Cities of Mughul India

India Southern India Gopuras 1968 Cities of Mughul India
India, Southern India, Gopuras, 1968 or earlier, Cities of Mughul India

Sultan Abdullah Qutb Shah 1614-74 Horseback 1635
Sultan Abdullah Qutb Shah (1614-74) on Horseback, c. 1635. Southern India, Golconda. Ink, watercolor, and gold on paper, mounted with gold-sprinkled borders;

Group Portrait Rajas Surrounded Courtly Retinue
Group Portrait of Rajas Surrounded by the Courtly Retinue, c. 1700-20. Southern India, Deccan. Opaque watercolor and gold on paper; overall: 22 x 32.7 cm (8 11/16 x 12 7/8 in.)

Krishna Vanquishing Vakasura late 1700s Southern India
Krishna Vanquishing Vakasura, late 1700s. Southern India, probably Mysore, late 18th Century. Ink, color and gold on paper; overall: 27.8 x 19.7 cm (10 15/16 x 7 3/4 in.)

Krishna Stealing Curds late 1700s Southern India
Krishna Stealing Curds, late 1700s. Southern India, probably Mysore, 18th century. Ink, color, and gold on paper; overall: 27.7 x 19.3 cm (10 7/8 x 7 5/8 in.)

India, Chettinad. Terracotta horses lined up by the Ayyanar Temple. Although they have horns and look distinctly bovine, we are assured they are indeed horses!

Sunset at the Mysore Palace (Ambavilas Palace), Mysore, Karnataka, Southern India
Ambavilas Palace, also known as the Mysore Palace, is a historical palace and a royal residence at Mysore in the southern Karnataka state of India

India, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary. An Eastern Great Egret set off beautifully against the lush foliage

India, Mysore. Recently-repaired sewing machines lined up outside a sewing-machine repair shop in Mysore

India, Rajasthan, Narlai. Bikes rest outside the doors of a traditional house in the remote village of Narlai

15th Century detail of amber stone carving of the roof of Ranakpur Jain Temple, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India 15th Centurty detail of amber stone carving of the roof of Ranakpur Jain Temple, Udaipur

Indian actor in colourful costume performing story-play or Kathakali, front view

Second view looking north from the Pagoda near Conjeveram, from Journal of a Voyage in 1811
BAL4902 Second view looking north from the Pagoda near Conjeveram, from Journal of a Voyage in 1811 and 1812 to Madras and China, engraved by J

The Marmalong Bridge, with a Sepoy and Natives in the Foreground, c. 1783 (oil on canvas)
XYC198546 The Marmalong Bridge, with a Sepoy and Natives in the Foreground, c.1783 (oil on canvas) by Hodges, William (1744-97); 68.6x91.4 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

Mausoleum at Outatori near Trichinopoly, c. 1788 (oil on canvas)
XYC169483 Mausoleum at Outatori near Trichinopoly, c.1788 (oil on canvas) by Ward, Colonel Francis Swain (c.1734-94); 52x76 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English

India, Tamil Nadu, wind turbines with the mountains of the Eastern Ghats in the background

Asia, India, Bangalore. Bike with a basket of tomatoes

Asia, India, Karnataka, Mysore. Colored powder for Holi, a spring ritual

Asia, India, Hyderabad. Chaminar, triumphal arch, Mecca Masjid

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Southern India is a treasure trove of rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. As you enter the Rohet Garh residence, your eyes are immediately drawn to the mesmerizing wall paintings that depict tales of ancient times. These intricate artworks transport you back in time to the era of Ghaus al-Azam, Abdul Qadir Ghilani of Baghdad in the 1800s. Delving deeper into Southern India's past, an old map from 1852 by Henry George Collins reveals the region's geographical diversity and historical significance. The Mysore Palace stands as a testament to this heritage, with its majestic silhouette against a stunning sunset backdrop in Karnataka. Witnessing a wedding ceremony is like stepping into a fairytale. Engraved images capture the joyous moment when bridesmaids return from church celebrations. This celebration is not only about love but also showcases traditional attire and customs that have been passed down through generations. The Prince of Wales' Indian Collection brings forth another facet of Southern India's allure - arms adorned with exquisite craftsmanship that reflect both artistry and power. Moving away from royal treasures, we catch glimpses of everyday life through engravings capturing views of bustling towns like Mysore or scenes depicting adventurous outings such as shooting alligators on picnics. Exploring further southward leads us to discover ancient Jain temples nestled amidst serene surroundings – their architectural marvels standing tall even today. Natives hailing from Southern India and Ceylon add vibrancy to these lands with their diverse cultures and traditions. One cannot miss Srirangam's Temple of Jambukeshvara while traversing Tamil Nadu – its grandeur leaves visitors awestruck at every turn. And for those seeking adventure beyond cultural wonders lies Wynaad Gold Fields - an engraving showcasing gold mining activities that once thrived here. Southern India beckons travelers with open arms.