Sindh Collection

Old Antique map of Punjab, Sindh, Rajputana, Kashmir, 1890s, Victorian 19th Century
Antique map of Punjab, Sindh, Rajputana, Kashmir, 1890s, Victorian 19th Century

37th Lancers 35th, Scinde Horse, 36th Jacobs Horse
Indian Army regiments - 37th Lancers (Baluch Horse), 35th Scinde (Sindh) Horse and 36th Jacobs Horse Date: 1910

Aerial view, Bunder Road, Karachi, Pakistan
Aerial view, Bunder Road (now M. A. Jinnah Road), Karachi, Sindh Province, Pakistan, on a busy day. Date: circa 1950

Hindu Gymkhana, Karachi, British India
Hindu Gymkhana, Sarwar Shaheed Road, Karachi, Sindh, British India (now in Pakistan), built in Mughal-Revival style. It was originally a club for the Hindu upper classes

Killarney Hotel, Karachi, British India. Date: circa 1935

St Patricks School, Karachi, British India
St Patricks School, Karachi, Sindh Province, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1900

Detail, Tomb of Mir Muhammad Khan Talpur, ruler of Sind, Pakistan, Asia

The Battle of Miani, 1843
1581190 The Battle of Miani, 1843; (add.info.: The Battle of Miani (or Battle of Meeanee) was a battle between British forces under Sir Charles Napier

Map of Punjab, Sind, Rajputana and Kashmir, 1902. Creator: Unknown
Map of Punjab, Sind, Rajputana and Kashmir, 1902. From The Century Atlas of the World. [John Walker & Co, Ltd. London, 1902]

Napier Barracks, Karachi, British India
Napier Barracks, Karachi, Sindh Province, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1908

Lieutenant-General Sir Charles James Napier, GCB, in his Costume as Governor of Scinde (engraving)
1617985 Lieutenant-General Sir Charles James Napier, GCB, in his Costume as Governor of Scinde (engraving) by English School

The Three Principal Ameers of Scinde (engraving)
1616897 The Three Principal Ameers of Scinde (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Three Principal Ameers of Scinde)

Relics from the Buried City of Brahmunabad, in Sind (engraving)
1587353 Relics from the Buried City of Brahmunabad, in Sind (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Relics from the Buried City of Brahmunabad, in Sind)

Mughal cabinet, Gujarat or Sindh, Western India (ivory-inlaid wood)
5938001 Mughal cabinet, Gujarat or Sindh, Western India (ivory-inlaid wood) by Indian School, (17th century); 58 x 43 x 43 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Of rectangular form)

Amirs of Scinde, ethnic group from Sindh, India
Amirs (commanders) of Scinde, an Indian ethnic group from Sindh (now a province of Pakistan). Date: 1843

Eduljee Dinshaw Charity Hospital, Karachi, British India. Date: circa 1908

Mereweather Clocktower, Karachi, British India. Date: circa 1908

Empress Market, Karachi, British India. Date: circa 1920

Khalikdina Hall and Library, Karachi, British India
The Ghulam Hoosain Khalikdina Hall and Library, Karachi, British India. Date: circa 1935

King Edward VII Memorial, Karachi, British India
King Edward VII Memorial, in front of Frere Hall, Karachi, British India. Date: circa 1920

Maghar Pier and old tombs, Karachi, British India. Date: circa 1920

Sind Club, Karachi, British India
Sind Club, a gentlemens club in Karachi, British India. Date: circa 1910

Cantonment Railway Station, Karachi, British India - view across the platform. Date: circa 1908

Front cover of The Illustrated London News, 10 March 1849
Front cover of The Illustrated London News for 10 March 1849, featuring an engraving of Lieut.-Gen. Sir Charles James Napier in his costume as Governor of Sindh (Scinde). Date: 1849

Rifle Practice in Kurrachee in Scinde (engraving)
1097943 Rifle Practice in Kurrachee in Scinde (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rifle Practice in Kurrachee in Scinde)

Gentleman of Sindh (engraving)
967417 Gentleman of Sindh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gentleman of Sindh)

Countrywoman of Sindh (engraving)
967414 Countrywoman of Sindh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Countrywoman of Sindh)

Cotton ned-cover sample from Shikarpore in Sind, from
HMP394666 Cotton ned-cover sample from Shikarpore in Sind, from The Collection of the Textile Manufacturers of India, by John Forbes Watson, published in 1866 (mixed media) by Pakistani School

Map of Scinde (engraving)
1617033 Map of Scinde (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Scinde. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 13 May 1843)

Ameer of Scinde (engraving)
1616821 Ameer of Scinde (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ameer of Scinde. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 February 1843)

The Ancient and Ruined City of Brahmunabad, in Sind (engraving)
1587364 The Ancient and Ruined City of Brahmunabad, in Sind (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ancient and Ruined City of Brahmunabad, in Sind)

Mughal cabinet, Gujarat or Sindh, Western India (ivory-inlaid wood)
5938002 Mughal cabinet, Gujarat or Sindh, Western India (ivory-inlaid wood) by Indian School, (17th century); 58 x 43 x 43 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Of rectangular form)

Silk and cotton Loongee sample from Hyderabad in Sind, from
HMP394662 Silk and cotton Loongee sample from Hyderabad in Sind, from The Collection of the Textile Manufacturers of India, by John Forbes Watson, published in 1866 (mixed media) by Indian School

Mughal cabinet, Gujarat or Sindh, Western India (ivory-inlaid wood)
5938004 Mughal cabinet, Gujarat or Sindh, Western India (ivory-inlaid wood) by Indian School, (17th century); 58 x 43 x 43 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Of rectangular form)

Hill Country of Scinde, Summer Residence (engraving)
1594313 Hill Country of Scinde, Summer Residence (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hill Country of Scinde, Summer Residence)

Remarkable Arch formed by the Sungseyla River, near Trukkee, Sind (engraving)
1588363 Remarkable Arch formed by the Sungseyla River, near Trukkee, Sind (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Remarkable Arch formed by the Sungseyla River)

Mughal cabinet, Gujarat or Sindh, Western India (ivory-inlaid wood)
5938013 Mughal cabinet, Gujarat or Sindh, Western India (ivory-inlaid wood) by Indian School, (17th century); 58 x 43 x 43 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Of rectangular form)

Mughal cabinet, Gujarat or Sindh, Western India (ivory-inlaid wood)
5938011 Mughal cabinet, Gujarat or Sindh, Western India (ivory-inlaid wood) by Indian School, (17th century); 58 x 43 x 43 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Of rectangular form)

Jacobabad, Scinde (engraving)
1609727 Jacobabad, Scinde (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jacobabad, Scinde. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 January 1859)

Charles James Napier, British general (engraving)
979414 Charles James Napier, British general (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles James Napier (1782-1853), British general

Sketches from India, the Sacred Alligators at Muggur Talao, Scinde (engraving)
1059885 Sketches from India, the Sacred Alligators at Muggur Talao, Scinde (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches from India)

Armour of Mail and Plate, Indian, Sindh (now Pakistan), late 18th-first half of the 19th century

Kashmir - young horseman rides up steep hill from his village in the Sind Valley in the Himalayan foothills Date: 1986

Kashmir, Sind Valley, small child running along village path
Kashmir, Sind Valley, looking down on a small child running along a village path between rough dry stone walls Date: 1986

Ramshackle wooden houses alongside the river in Sind Valley
Ramshackle wooden houses with patched shingle roofs alongside the river in the Sind Valley, Kashmir Date: 1986

Charge of the cavalry at the Battle of Miani (Meeanee), Sindh, India, 1843 (c1890). From " Cassells History of England - Special Edition, Vol

Fruit Bazaar, Karachi, Pakistan
Fruit Bazaar, Karachi, Sindh Province, Pakistan (then part of Northern India). Date: 1910s

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"Sindh: A Glimpse into its Rich History and Cultural Heritage" Step back in time to the Victorian era of the 19th century, where Sindh, a province in Pakistan, was flourishing with historical landmarks and vibrant communities. The 37th Lancers, 35th Scinde Horse, and 36th Jacobs Horse were renowned cavalry regiments that left an indelible mark on Sindh's military history. Immerse yourself in the past as you explore an old antique map from the 1890s depicting Punjab, Sindh, Rajputana, and Kashmir. This intricate piece of cartography offers a glimpse into how these regions were interconnected during that period. Take to the skies for an aerial view of Bunder Road in Karachi – a bustling city that has evolved over time. Witness its transformation from British India to present-day Pakistan while admiring its architectural marvels like the Killarney Hotel – once a symbol of grandeur. Discover traces of colonial influence at places like Hindu Gymkhana and St Patrick's School – institutions that played pivotal roles in shaping education and sports culture during British rule. Delve deeper into Sindh's rich heritage by exploring the intricately detailed tomb of Mir Muhammad Khan Talpur. This monument stands as a testament to his legacy and showcases exquisite craftsmanship prevalent during his reign. Travel through time with another vintage map from 1902 showcasing Punjab, Sind (Sindh), Rajputana, and Kashmir. Though created by an unknown artist or cartographer, it provides valuable insights into geographical boundaries during this era. Marvel at Queen Victoria Monument – erected as homage to one of Britain's most iconic monarchs – which still stands tall amidst modern Karachi today. Nearby lies Manora Point with its majestic fort and lighthouse; remnants of British India's strategic coastal defenses guarding against maritime threats.