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Tigers Presented to the Countess Canning at Agra, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
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Tigers Presented to the Countess Canning at Agra, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Tigers Presented to the Countess Canning at Agra, 1858-61
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Agra Agra Uttar Pradesh India Albumen Photograph British India British Raj Canning Canning Charlotte Canning Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Lady Charlotte Elizabeth Ceremonial Ceremony Charlotte Charlotte Canning Charlotte Elizabeth Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Charlotte Stuart Countess Countess Canning Feline Governor Governor Of India Imperialism Lady Canning Lady Charlotte Elizabeth Lady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Presentation Stuart Stuart Charlotte The Raj Tiger Uttar Pradesh Albumen Print Albumen Silver Print Aristocracy Aristocrat British Empire Hindoostan
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This photograph captures a momentous event in the history of British India. The image showcases two majestic tigers being presented to the esteemed Countess Canning at Agra between 1858 and 1861. The creator of this remarkable albumen silver print remains unknown, but their skillful composition transports us back to a bygone era. The Countess Canning, also known as Lady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning, was an influential figure during the British Raj. As the wife of Charles John Canning, the Governor-General of India from 1856 to 1862, she played a significant role in shaping colonial society. In this ceremonial presentation captured on film, we witness Lady Canning's aristocratic grace as she receives these magnificent felines. Symbolizing power and exoticism, these tigers epitomize both the allure and danger associated with imperial rule. The photograph not only serves as a testament to Victorian-era photography techniques but also offers insight into the complex dynamics between Britain and its Indian colony. It is through images like this that we can explore themes of imperialism, heritage preservation, and cultural exchange. Now housed within The Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, this historic print stands as a reminder of an era when empires clashed against vibrant local cultures—a visual window into an intriguing chapter in our shared past.
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