Tippu Collection

TIPU SULTAN (1749?-1799)
TIPU SULTAN (TIPPU SAHIP) Sultan of Mysore Son of Hyder Ali - fought against Marathas - pictured here at Pollilur in 1780 defeating British under Baille

Battle of Pollilur (1 / 4)
The Battle of Pollilur waged between Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore and Col. William Baille of the East India Company. Bailles force was defeated and he was captured

Battle of Pollilur
The Battle of Pollilur waged between Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore and Col. William Baille of the East India Company. The full width view of the huge battle scene. Date: 10 September 1780

HYDER ALI (1722 - 1782)
HYDER ALI Pictured at the Battle of Pollilur - 10 September 1780 Increased Indian army with French aid - died leaving campaign to son Tippu Sahib

Tippoo Saib, (1750-1799), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Tippoo Saib, (1750-1799), 1830. Tipu Sultan (1750-1799) ruler of Mysore, a pioneer of rocket artillery deployed in the Anglo-Mysore War

19th century vintage photograph India - The Gumbaz at Seringapatam, Muslim mausoleum - Tippu sultans tomb

"Tipu himself stood firing coolly at his advancing foes"(colour litho)
2792211 " Tipu himself stood firing coolly at his advancing foes" (colour litho) by McCormick, Arthur David (1860-1943); Private Collection; (add.info)

The discovery of Tipus body at the Water Gate at Seringapatam (w / c on paper)
STC175860 The discovery of Tipus body at the Water Gate at Seringapatam (w/c on paper) by Absolon, John (1815-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: killed defending his capital)

Tippo Saibs peacock, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Tippo Saibs peacock, 1844. The Huma Bird, an ornament in the shape of a bird of paradise made from gold, rubies, emeralds, diamonds, pearls, silver gilt for Tipu, Sultan of Mysore

Tippoo Saib, c1790, (1890). Creator: Unknown
Tippoo Saib, c1790, (1890). Tipu Sultan (1750-1799) ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore, deployed rockets against British forces and their allies during the Anglo-Mysore Wars

Lord Cornwallis receiving the Sons of Tippoo Saib, (c1780s), 1816. Creator: Unknown
Lord Cornwallis receiving the Sons of Tippoo Saib, (c1780s), 1816. Charles Cornwallis, (1738-1805) British Army general and official, appointed Governor-General and of India

State Seat of Tippu Sultan in Government House, 1925. Creator: Unknown
State Seat of Tippu Sultan in Government House, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston

Sir David Baird Discovering the Body of Tippoo Sultaun, 1799 (1878). Artist: M Nargert
Sir David Baird Discovering the Body of Tippoo Sultaun, 1799 (1878). General Sir David Baird (1757?1829) discovering the body of Sultan Tippoo Sahib (1750)

Tippoo Sultans Body Was Found Buried Beneath Those Of His Followers, 1908, (c1920). Artist: Joseph Ratcliffe Skelton
Tippoo Sultans Body Was Found Buried Beneath Those Of His Followers, 1908, (c1920). The death of Tipu Sultan (1750-1799) a ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore, a kingdom of southern India

The Lall Bang, 1847. Artist: Robinson
The Lall Bang, 1847. The Lal Bagh gardens at Bangalore in India was commissioned by Hyder Ali and completed by his son, Tipu Sultan (1749-1799)

The last effort of Tippoo Saib at Seringapatam, 1799, (1847). The death of Tippoo Sahib (1753-1799), Sultan of Mysore at his stronghold, Seringapatam, India

Tomb of Tippu Sultan and Haidar Ali, Mysore, India, 1880-1890. Illustration from Inde Anglaise, Sites et Paysages, (English India, Places and Landscapes, published by L Boulanger, Paris)

Brave conduct of sergeant Graham, Battle of Seringapatam, 1894. Artist: Richard Caton Woodville II
Brave conduct of sergeant Graham, Battle of Seringapatam, 1894. In the fourth Anglo-Mysore War in 1799, the Battle of Seringapatam was the final confrontation between the British and Tippu Sultan

Finding the British prisoners under the casemates in the fortifications, 1894. Artist: Richard Caton Woodville II
Finding the British prisoners under the casemates in the fortifications, 1894. In the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War in 1799, the Battle of Seringapatam was the final confrontation between the British

The storming of Seringapatam resulting in the death of Tippu Sultan, 1894. Artist: Richard Caton Woodville II
The storming of Seringapatam resulting in the death of Tippu Sultan, 1894. In the fourth Anglo-Mysore War in 1799, the Battle of Seringapatam was the final confrontation between the British

Seventy-third Regiment, Storming of Seringapatam, India, 4th May 1799. Artist: Madeley
Seventy-third Regiment, Storming of Seringapatam, India, 4th May 1799. In the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War in 1799, the Battle of Seringapatam was the final confrontation between the British

Last Effort and Fall of Tippoo Sultan (1799), mid-19th century. Artist: Walker
Last Effort and Fall of Tippoo Sultan (1799), mid-19th century. The death of Tippoo Sahib (1753-1799), Sultan of Mysore at his stronghold, Seringapatam

The Surrender of two Sons of Tipoo Sultan (1792), c1860. After the first siege of Seringapatam at the end of the third Anglo-Mysore War, 1789-1792, two sons of the deafeated Sultan of Mysore

Battle of Pollilur (3 / 4)
The Battle of Pollilur waged between Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore and Col. William Baille of the East India Company. Bailles force was defeated and he was captured

SERINGAPATAM, 1799. The death of Tipu Sultan during the storming of Seringapatam by the British, 4 May 1799: wood engraving, 19th century

Battle of Pollilur (4 / 4)
The Battle of Pollilur waged between Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore and Col. William Baille of the East India Company. Bailles force was defeated and he was captured

Charles, Marquis of Cornwallis, 1799 (engraving)
XJF360223 Charles, Marquis of Cornwallis, 1799 (engraving) by Devis, Anthony (1729-1817) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: engraved by Bartolozzi after the oil painting by Devis of Charles)

BRITISH IN INDIA, 1792. The surrender of two sons of Tipu Sultan to Lord Cornwallis, 1792. Steel engraving, 19th century

Battle of Pollilur (2 / 4)
The Battle of Pollilur waged between Tipu Sultan, the Tiger of Mysore and Col. William Baille of the East India Company. Bailles force was defeated and he was captured

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Tippu Sultan, also known as Tippoo Saib, was a prominent figure in Indian history during the late 18th century. Born in 1749 or 1750, he was the eldest son of Hyder Ali, who served as the ruler of Mysore. Tippu Sultan played a significant role in several battles and left behind an enduring legacy. One notable event is the Battle of Pollilur that took place in 1781. This battle marked a turning point for Tippu Sultan's military career as he showcased his strategic brilliance and valor against British forces led by Sir Eyre Coote. Despite being outnumbered, Tippu himself stood firing coolly at his advancing foes, demonstrating his unwavering determination. The Gumbaz at Seringapatam stands today as a testament to Tippu Sultan's architectural prowess. This magnificent structure from the 19th century reflects his grandeur and artistic taste. It serves as a reminder of his reign and influence over South India. Intriguingly, after his death in 1799 during the Siege of Seringapatam, there were various discoveries related to him. The discovery of Tipu's body at the Water Gate added another layer to his historical significance. Paintings depicting this event capture its dramatic nature on paper. Tippo Saibs peacock is another fascinating aspect associated with him. Created by an unknown artist in 1844, it showcases Tippu Sultan's love for art and beauty through intricate details on this majestic bird. Even after centuries have passed since his rule ended, images like "Tippoo Saib" from around c1790 continue to captivate our imagination about this enigmatic leader who left an indelible mark on Indian history. Lord Cornwallis receiving the Sons of Tippoo Saib offers insight into diplomatic relations between colonial powers and local rulers during that era.