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Bombay: Verandah of Watsons Hotel, 1870s (b / w photo)
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Bombay: Verandah of Watsons Hotel, 1870s (b / w photo)
JHL394959 Bombay: Verandah of Watsons Hotel, 1870s (b/w photo) by Hooper, Willoughby Wallace (1837-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: Designed by Rowland Mason Ordish (1824-86); pre-fabricated in England and constructed on site 1860-63; Indias oldest cast-iron building; now known as Esplanade Mansion; ); British, out of copyright
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Balcony Bartering Buying Grand Guest Inequality Mumbai Selling Society Life Terrace Veranda Merchant
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This photograph, titled "Bombay: Verandah of Watsons Hotel, 1870s" takes us back in time to the grandeur and opulence of colonial India. The image captures the veranda of Watsons Hotel, a magnificent structure designed by Rowland Mason Ordish and constructed between 1860-63. This pre-fabricated cast-iron building is now known as Esplanade Mansion, making it India's oldest of its kind. The scene depicted on the veranda showcases Indian society life during the Victorian era. British merchants can be seen engaging in bartering activities with their Indian counterparts. However, this photo also serves as a stark reminder of the prevailing inequality at that time, as only white individuals are present in this particular gathering. The atmosphere exudes elegance and sophistication; male guests clad in traditional attire converse amidst an array of exquisite textiles displayed for buying and selling purposes. The terrace offers a picturesque view overlooking Mumbai's bustling streets while reflecting the influence of British colonial rule on Indian culture. Photographed by Willoughby Wallace Hooper (1837-1912), this remarkable snapshot freezes a moment in history when two worlds collided – capturing both the vibrancy of Indian traditions and customs alongside British dominance within society. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print from Fine Art Finder's collection courtesy of Bridgeman Images, we are transported back to an era where cultural exchange intertwined with imperial power dynamics shaped Bombay's landscape forever.
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