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The Townhall, Calcutta, 1876. Creator: Unknown
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The Townhall, Calcutta, 1876. Creator: Unknown
The Townhall, Calcutta, 1876. The Townhall, Calcutta, in which the public balls and dinners are held, and in which a ball in honour of the Prince of Wales was appointed to be given yesterday...[31 December 1875], is a handsome edifice, in the Doric style of architecture, situated on the Esplanade'. From "Illustrated London News", 1876
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British India British Raj Calcutta West Bengal India Doric Imperialism Kolkata West Bengal India Neo Classical Neo Classicism Neoclassical The Raj Town Hall
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This photograph, titled 'The Townhall, Calcutta, 1876', showcases an impressive architectural marvel from the British Raj era in India. The image, created by an unknown photographer, was first published in the esteemed 'Illustrated London News' in 1876. The Townhall, located on the Esplanade in Calcutta (now Kolkata, West Bengal, India), is a stunning Doric-style edifice that served as the venue for public balls and dinners during the British colonial rule. The neoclassical building, with its grand columns and pillars, exudes an air of elegance and sophistication. The photograph captures a bustling scene outside the Townhall, with men and women dressed in their finest attire, likely gathered for a grand event in honor of the Prince of Wales, who visited India in 1875. The Townhall stands as a testament to the imperialistic ambitions of the British Empire in Hindustan (India) during the 19th century, reflecting the grandeur and opulence of the British Raj. This photograph, with its rich historical significance, is a must-have for any collection focusing on the artistic movements, architecture, and cultural history of the British Empire and India during this period.
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