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Maharaja Patiala Camp, Coronation Durbar, Delhi, India
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Maharaja Patiala Camp, Coronation Durbar, Delhi, India
The Maharaja Patiala Camp at the time of the Coronation Durbar ceremony in Delhi, India, December 1911. Date: 1911
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In this evocative photograph, the Maharaja of Patiala, Bhupinder Singh, is seen in the midst of his grand camp at the Coronation Durbar in Delhi, India, in December 1911. The Durbar was a grand ceremonial assembly held to mark the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary as Emperor and Empress of India. The Maharaja's camp, adorned with intricately designed tents and flowerbeds, reflects the opulence and grandeur of the colonial Indian royalty. The Maharaja of Patiala, a prominent ruler of the princely state of Patiala in Punjab, is dressed in his regal attire, exuding an air of power and authority. He is seated on a raised platform, surrounded by his entourage, as they prepare for the Durbar proceedings. The camp, with its neatly arranged tents and lush greenery, stands out against the barren landscape of Delhi, highlighting the contrast between the colonial rulers and the ruled. The Coronation Durbar was a significant event in the history of the British Raj in India, marking the formal transfer of power from Queen Victoria to her son, King George V. The Durbar was an opportunity for the British to display their imperial might and for the Indian princes to affirm their loyalty to the Crown. The grandeur of the Maharaja's camp reflects the power dynamics of the colonial era, with the British and Indian rulers vying for dominance and recognition. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a visual representation of the grandeur and opulence of the colonial Indian royalty during the Coronation Durbar of 1911. The intricately designed tents, lush flowerbeds, and the Maharaja's regal attire all contribute to the visual spectacle, offering a fascinating insight into the colonial past of India.
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