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The Durbar-Khaneh of Shah Shoojah-ool-Moolk, at Cabaul [sic], c
5929502 A The Durbar-Khaneh of Shah Shoojah-ool-Moolk, at Cabaul [sic]A, c.1840 (lithograph, tinted) by Atkinson, James (1780-1852) (after); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: A The Durbar-Khaneh of Shah Shoojah-ool-Moolk, at Cabaul [sic]A, 1840 (c).
Tinted lithograph from A Sketches in Afghanistan, 1838-1842. By Louis and Charles Haghe after James Atkinson, published by Henry Graves and Company and J W Allen and Company, 1 July 1842.
After Dost Mohammed had received a Russian envoy to Kabul, Lord Auckland, the Governor-General of India, took the decision to replace him as Emir with a former ruler, Shah Shuja, who was considered to be more pro-British. In spring 1839 a 12, 000 strong British-Indian force, the Army of the Indus under Sir John Keane, forced the Bolan Pass and captured Kandahar without a fight. Soon after the fortress of Ghazni was seized. Dost Mohammed fled from Kabul and Shah Shuja was duly installed as Emir in August. He is shown here receiving an assembly of Khans and Officers of State at the Durbar-Khana (official meeting-hall) in the Bala Hissar fortress.); eNational Army Museum; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23265296
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The Durbar-Khaneh of Shah Shoojah-ool-Moolk, at Cabaul [sic], c. 1840
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This lithograph print takes us back to the historical setting of the Durbar-Khaneh, or official meeting-hall, of Shah Shoojah-ool-Moolk in Cabaul (now Kabul), Afghanistan. Created by James Atkinson and brought to life through tinted lithography, this artwork showcases a significant moment in history. In 1839, Lord Auckland made the decision to replace Dost Mohammed as Emir with Shah Shuja due to his pro-British stance. The British-Indian Army of the Indus under Sir John Keane was sent to enforce this change. With ease, they captured Kandahar and Ghazni before Dost Mohammed fled from Kabul. The scene depicted here is that of Shah Shuja receiving an assembly of Khans and Officers of State at the Durbar-Khana within Bala Hissar fortress. It symbolizes the consolidation of power and authority after a tumultuous period. Through this artwork, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment in Afghan history when political alliances were shifting amidst colonial ambitions. The attention to detail and delicate use of color bring vibrancy and depth to this lithograph print. As we gaze upon "The Durbar-Khaneh" we can't help but be reminded that history is not just about dates and facts; it's about people, their stories, aspirations for power, and cultural exchanges that shape nations.
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