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White pawn piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c. 1820 (ivory)
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White pawn piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c. 1820 (ivory)
3037312 White pawn piece from a chess set, made in Berhampur, India, c.1820 (ivory) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: East India Company -1861
A Bengal sepoy standing at attention upon a circular plinth; the sepoy wears a shako with a plume, a double breasted coatee.
Set represents the forces of the East India Company and an Indian Princes army); eNational Army Museum; Indian, out of copyright
Media ID 22233938
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
Bengal British Empire British Raj Chess Chess Piece Chesspiece East India Company Pawn Regency Sepoy
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This print showcases a white pawn piece from a chess set, skillfully crafted in Berhampur, India around 1820. Made from ivory, this intricate piece is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the Indian School during the 19th century. Displayed at the National Army Museum in London, this particular chess set represents the forces of the East India Company and an Indian Princes army. The white pawn stands tall on a circular plinth while a Bengal sepoy, dressed in a double-breasted coatee and shako with a plume, stands attentively beside it. The image transports us back to the era of British Raj when chess was not only seen as leisure but also served as an allegory for military strategy and war. The presence of this beautifully carved pawn piece symbolizes both European influence through British imperialism and indigenous craftsmanship. As we admire this exquisite carving, we are reminded of how games like chess have transcended cultural boundaries throughout history. It serves as a reminder that even amidst conflicts and power struggles, there can be moments of shared enjoyment and intellectual challenge. Through this photograph's lens, we catch glimpses of history unfolding – where artistry meets military might; where tradition merges with colonialism; where individual pieces come together on an ancient battlefield called "chessboard. "
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