Samuel Bourne Collection (#4)

Angami Nagas in full dress, 1902. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
Angami Nagas in full dress, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

Maharaja of Panab, Bombay Presidency, 1902. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
Maharaja of Panab, Bombay Presidency, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

Raja of Rutlam, Central India Agency, 1902. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
Raja of Rutlam, Central India Agency, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

A group of Kol girls, 1902. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
A group of Kol girls, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

A hairy family of Mandalay, Burma, 1902. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
A hairy family of Mandalay, Burma, 1902.From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

A Toda home in a mand (native hamlet), India, 1902. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
A Toda home in a mand (native hamlet), India, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

Ladakhi women of Tibetan stock, 1902. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
Ladakhi women of Tibetan stock, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

Kashmiri potters at work, 1902. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
Kashmiri potters at work, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

Hindu fakirs and a native dwelling, 1902. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
Hindu fakirs and a native dwelling, 1902. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. I. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1902]

General Earle, c1885. William Earle, (1833-1885), British Army officer. After a photograph by Bourne & Shepherd. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Sir George White, 1902. Sir George Stuart White (1835-1912), British officer. After a photograph by Bourne & Shepherd. From Battles of the Nineteenth Century, Vol. III

Soldiers wives and children of the 44th Gurkhas, 1896. Artist: Bourne & Shepherd
Soldiers wives and children of the 44th Gurkhas, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 24th July 1896

Hyderabad, India, c1880-1890
Main street, Hyderabad, India, c1880-1890. Illustration from Inde Anglaise, Sites et Paysages (English India, Places and Landscapes), published by L Boulanger (Paris)

Bombay, India, late 19th century. Illustration from Inde Anglaise, Sites et Paysages, (English India, Places and Landscapes, published by L Boulanger, Paris)

Bombay, India, late 19th century. Illustration from Inde Anglaise, Sites et Paysages, (English India, Places and Landscapes, published by L Boulanger, Paris)

Victoria Terminus, Bombay, India, late 19th century. Illustration from Inde Anglaise, Sites et Paysages, (English India, Places and Landscapes, published by L Boulanger, Paris)

Tomb of Tippu Sultan and Haidar Ali, Mysore, India, 1880-1890. Illustration from Inde Anglaise, Sites et Paysages, (English India, Places and Landscapes, published by L Boulanger, Paris)

St Andrews Church, Bangalore, India, c1880-1890. Illustration from Inde Anglaise, Sites et Paysages, (English India, Places and Landscapes, published by L Boulanger, Paris)

Clive Road, Calcutta, India, c1880-1890. Illustration from Inde Anglaise, Sites et Paysages, (English India, Places and Landscapes, published by L Boulanger, Paris)

Bridge over the River Hooghly, Calcutta, India, c1880-1890. Illustration from Inde Anglaise, Sites et Paysages, (English India, Places and Landscapes, published by L Boulanger, Paris)

The Ghopal Bhawan, Deeg, Rajasthan, India, c1925. The Gopal Bhavan palace dates from c1763. Cigarette card produced by the Westminster Tobacco Co Ltd, Indian Empire, 2nd series

Old Court House Street Kolkata Calcutta India
Old Court House Street, Kolkata, (formally Calcutta), India in the 1860's. Possibly by British photographer Samuel Bourne, 1834 - 1912

The Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India in the mid-19th century. Detail of a photograph by English photographer Samuel Bourne, 1834 - 1912. Later colorization

Agra Taj Fountain Samuel Bourne English 1834
Agra; The Taj, from the Fountain; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Agra, India; 1865 - 1866; Albumen silver print

Lucknow View Wingfield Park Samuel Bourne English
Lucknow; A View in the Wingfield Park; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Lucknow, India; 1865 - 1866; Albumen silver print

Cawnpore Memorial Well Cawnpore Church Distance
Cawnpore; The Memorial Well, with the Cawnpore Church in the Distance; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Cawnpore, India; 1865 - 1866; Albumen silver print

print India Malta Samuel Bourne English 1834
print of India and Malta; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); about 1860 - 1889

Manus Bul Plane Trees Samuel Bourne English 1834
Manus Bul, Plane Trees; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Kashmir, India; 1864; Albumen silver print

Futtehpore Sikri 1 Samuel Bourne English 1834
Futtehpore Sikri (1); Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Fatehpur Sikri, India; 1866; Albumen silver print

Tukht Suliman Kashmir Samuel Bourne English 1834
Tukht-i-Suliman, Kashmir; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Kashmir, India; 1864; Albumen silver print

Futtehpore Sikri 2 Samuel Bourne English 1834
Futtehpore Sikri (2); Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Fatehpur Sikri, India; 1866; Albumen silver print

Martund Attributed Samuel Bourne English 1834
Martund; Attributed to Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Anantnag, India; about 1864; Albumen silver print

Rope Bridge Kistwar Samuel Bourne English 1834
Rope Bridge near Kistwar; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Kistwar, India; 1864; Albumen silver print

Manus Bul Kashmir Samuel Bourne English 1834
Manus Bul, Kashmir; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Kashmir, India; 1864; Albumen silver print

Kashmir River Jelum Samuel Bourne English 1834
Kashmir, River Jelum; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Kashmir, India; 1864; Albumen silver print

Scinde Valley Kashmir Samuel Bourne English 1834
Scinde Valley, Kashmir; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Kashmir, India; 1864; Albumen silver print

Chenar Bagh Dul Canal Kashmir Samuel Bourne English
Chenar Bagh, Dul Canal, Kashmir; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Kashmir, India; 1864; Albumen silver print

Bazaar Murree Samuel Bourne English 1834 1912
The Bazaar. Murree; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Murree, Kashmir, Pakistan; 1864; Albumen silver print

Murree Houses Kashmir Road Samuel Bourne English
Murree; Houses on the Kashmir Road; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Murree, Kashmir, Pakistan, Asia; 1864; Albumen silver print

Lucknow Residency Banquetting sic Hall Samuel Bourne
Lucknow; Residency and Banquetting sic Hall; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Lucknow, India; 1864-1865; Albumen silver print

View New Road Pangi Great Chini Peaks Background
The View from the New Road at Pangi - the Great Chini Peaks in the Background; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Pangi, India; about 1866; Albumen silver print

Wooded Valley Fulaldaru Srikanta Peaks Distance
Wooded Valley from Fulaldaru, with the Srikanta Peaks in the Distance; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Uttarakhand, India; about 1866; Albumen silver print

Benares Raja Jey Singh Observatory Dasaswa Medh
Benares; Raja Jey Singhs Observatory, and Dasaswa Medh Ghat; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Benares, India, Asia; 1865-1866; Albumen silver print

Cawnpore Memorial Well Inside Samuel Bourne English
Cawnpore; The Memorial Well, from the Inside; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Cawnpore, India, Asia; 1865 - 1866; Albumen silver print

Benares Burning Ghat Samuel Bourne English 1834
Benares; The Burning Ghat; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Benares, India, Asia; 1865-1866; Albumen silver print

Deig Gopal Bhowun Palace Garden Samuel Bourne
Deig; The Gopal Bhowun (Palace) from the Garden; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Deeg, India; about 1866; Albumen silver print

Snowy Peaks Gangootri Glacier Samuel Bourne English
Snowy Peaks near the Gangootri Glacier; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Uttarakhand, India; about 1866; Albumen silver print

Benares Vishnu Pud Temples Burning Ghat Samuel Bourne
Benares; Vishnu Pud and Other Temples near the Burning Ghat; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Benares, India, Asia; 1865-1866; Albumen silver print

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Samuel Bourne: Capturing the Essence of India in Stunning Photographs Step into the world of Samuel Bourne, a renowned English photographer who left an indelible mark on Indian history. In the 1860s, he embarked on a remarkable journey through India, capturing its diverse landscapes and vibrant culture with his lens. One of his notable works includes a captivating photograph of the Amir of Kabul in Afghanistan during the 1860s. This image transports us to a time when diplomatic relations between India and Afghanistan were at their peak. Bourne's talent also extended to capturing regal scenes, as seen in his photographs depicting maharajas and child princes surrounded by their officials. These images offer a glimpse into the opulence and grandeur that defined Indian royalty during this era. Another masterpiece from Bourne's collection is an enchanting portrayal of the Shalimar Gardens in Kashmir. The photograph showcases nature's beauty intertwined with man-made marvels, reflecting Bourne's ability to capture both architectural splendor and natural serenity. Village life in Bengal comes alive through Bourne's lens as well. His vintage photograph from the 1860s reveals everyday scenes filled with bustling markets, colorful attire, and people going about their daily routines. It serves as a window into rural existence during that period. Jain temples at Halebidu are another subject that caught Bourne's attention. Through his lens, he immortalized these intricate structures adorned with exquisite carvings—a testament to India's rich cultural heritage. In addition to documenting human subjects, Bourne also turned his gaze towards military life. He skillfully captured members of the 44th Gurkhas regiment donning various uniforms—an ode to their bravery and dedication to duty. Bourne was not limited by people or architecture; he had an eye for capturing nature too.