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Sir David Baird Discovering the Body of Tippoo Sultaun, 1799 (1878). Artist: M Nargert
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Sir David Baird Discovering the Body of Tippoo Sultaun, 1799 (1878). Artist: M Nargert
Sir David Baird Discovering the Body of Tippoo Sultaun, 1799 (1878). General Sir David Baird (1757?1829) discovering the body of Sultan Tippoo Sahib (1750?1799), after having captured Seringapatam, on the 4th May, 1799. After Sir David Wilkie (1785?1841). From Pictures and Royal Portraits Illustrative of English and Scottish History, by Thomas Archer. [Blackie & Son, London, Glasgow & Edinburgh, 1878]
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The captivating photo print, titled "Sir David Baird Discovering the Body of Tippoo Sultaun, 1799 (1878)", takes us back to a significant moment in history. General Sir David Baird, depicted with his arm raised in a commanding gesture, stands amidst the dimly lit interior of an Indian location. The sepia-toned image evokes a sense of mystery and darkness that surrounds this scene. It was on May 4th, 1799, after capturing Seringapatam during the war in Hindoostan (India), that Sir David Baird made this shocking discovery. In the foreground lies the lifeless body of Sultan Tippoo Sahib, illuminated by a lantern held by one of Baird's soldiers. The somber atmosphere is heightened by the presence of other soldiers and individuals witnessing this historic moment. This powerful engraving is based on an original painting by Sir David Wilkie and reproduced for publication in "Pictures and Royal Portraits Illustrative of English and Scottish History" by Thomas Archer in 1878. It serves as a reminder not only of Britain's colonial past but also highlights the triumphs and tragedies experienced during this time period. The artist M Nargert skillfully captures both the historical significance and emotional intensity within this composition. Through their meticulous attention to detail, they transport viewers back to witness firsthand one man's discovery that would forever shape British-Indian relations.
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