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Gilbert Elliot 1st Earl Minto 1751-1814 Viceroy
Gilbert Elliot, 1st Earl of Minto (1751-1814), Viceroy of British India and Governor General of the Dutch East Indies (1812-14), Portrait of Gilbert Elliot, first count of Minto (1751- 1814)

[Entrance to Botanical Gardens, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[Entrance to Botanical Gardens, Calcutta], 1850s

View in the Jungle, Bengal, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
View in the Jungle, Bengal, 1850s

Governor Generals State Elephant and Silver Howdah, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Governor Generals State Elephant and Silver Howdah, 1858-61

Government House, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Unknown
Government House, Calcutta, 1850s

Men working at an embroidery frame, 1870 (pencil, pen and wash on paper)
XJF465193 Men working at an embroidery frame, 1870 (pencil, pen and wash on paper) by Kipling, John Lockwood (1837-1911); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Delhi)

Gentlemans Outfits, from Forbess East India and Colonial Guide
XJF465191 Gentlemans Outfits, from Forbess East India and Colonial Guide, published 1841 (printed paper) by English School

List of Requisites for a Ladys Outfit to India, from Forbess East India
XJF465192 List of Requisites for a Ladys Outfit to India, from Forbess East India and Colonial Guide, published 1841 (printed paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English

Native Women (Bombay Presidency), Converts to Christianity
NATIVE WOMEN (BOMBAY PRESIDENCY), CONVERTS TO CHRISTIANITY. The Bombay Presidency was a province of British India. It was first established at Surat in the 17th century as a trading post for

The Right Hon. Lord Lytton, the New Governor-General of India, Edward Robert Lytton
THE RIGHT HON. LORD LYTTON, THE NEW GOVERNOR-GENERAL OF INDIA, Edward Robert Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Earl of Lytton (1831a'1891) Governor-General and Viceroy of British India 1876a'1880

TRAVELLING IN THE MADRAS PRESIDENCY. Colonial India The Madras Presidency, officially the Presidency of Fort St. George and also known as Madras Province

Map of India, 1865 (colour litho)
XCF275022 Map of India, 1865 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Map of India, 1822 (colour litho)
XCF275017 Map of India, 1822 (colour litho) by Arrowsmith, Aaron (fl.1810); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Map of British Southern India, 1872 (colour lithograph)
XCF267431 Map of British Southern India, 1872 (colour lithograph) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

THE RIGHT HON. LORD LYTTON, THE NEW GOVERNOR-GENERAL OF INDIA, Edward Robert Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Earl of Lytton (1831A

Native Women (Bombay Presidency), Converts to Christianity. the Bombay Presidency
NATIVE WOMEN (BOMBAY PRESIDENCY), CONVERTS TO CHRISTIANITY. The Bombay Presidency was a province of British India. It was first established at Surat in the 17th century as a trading post for

TRAVELLING IN THE MADRAS PRESIDENCY. Colonial India The Madras Presidency, officially the Presidency of Fort St. George and also known as Madras Province

Toy turtles and spiders, 20th century C013 / 6516
Toy turtles and spiders. Early 20th-century artwork showing clay toy turtles and spiders in India. Watercolour by the British artist Olivia Fanny Tonge (1858-1949)

Indian grey musk-shrew, 20th century C013 / 6515
Indian grey musk-shrew (Suncus murinus caerulescens). Watercolour by the British artist Olivia Fanny Tonge (1858-1949). This artwork is from a collection of watercolours drawn by Tonge in the period

Toad in India, 20th century C013 / 6514
Toad in India. Early 20th-century artwork of a toad that has come out to feed after rain. Watercolour by the British artist Olivia Fanny Tonge (1858-1949)

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of British India: A Glimpse into a Bygone Era" Step back in time to witness the grandeur and complexities of British India, as we delve into captivating moments captured by renowned artists and photographers. In 1902, the British Viceroy of India makes a majestic entrance into Delhi, symbolizing the power and influence that Britain held over this vast subcontinent. The Temple of Amritsar, depicted in Mortimer Luddington Menpes' artwork from 1905, showcases the spiritual heart of Punjab where devotees seek solace amidst its magnificent architecture. Transportation was an integral part of daily life during this era; a native bullock-cart painted by Menpes in 1905 reminds us of simpler times when traditional means were relied upon for travel. Meanwhile, leisure hours were cherished by both locals and colonizers alike - Menpes captures these tranquil moments beautifully with his painting aptly titled "Leisure Hours. " The vibrant streets come alive through Menpes' lens once again with "The Red Shutter, " offering a glimpse into everyday life within bustling cities like Calcutta or Bombay. Moving further back in time to 1851, we encounter an image representing early British presence on Indian soil - marking the beginning stages of what would become known as British India. Fast forward to 1936; R. L. Lekhi's masterpiece "At Close of Day" transports us to twilight scenes where laborers return home after another day's work under colonial rule. In contrast, Folkestone witnesses an exciting moment as the Indian Mail-Express Omnibus arrives - connecting distant lands through trade and communication. As New Delhi emerges as the capital city during the 1930s, we are guided through sentry-guarded gateways towards its beautiful government buildings - showcasing architectural marvels that still stand tall today.