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Maharajah of Benares, Hindoo, India
The People of India: A Series of Photographic Illustrations, with Descriptive Letterpress, of the Races and Tribes of Hindustan - published in the 1860s under order of the Viceroy, Lord Canning - Maharajah of Benares, Hindoo. Hindu, Maharaja
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This photograph captures the regal presence of the Maharajah of Benares, a prominent Hindu ruler from the 19th century in India. The Maharajah is depicted in grand attire, adorned with intricate jewelry and a magnificent turban, exuding an air of wealth and power. His serious expression and piercing gaze convey a sense of authority and dignity, befitting his status as a native ruler during the Victorian era. The Maharajah of Benares hailed from the ancient city of Varanasi, also known as Benares, located along the sacred River Ganges in northern India. The region was renowned for its rich cultural heritage and spiritual significance, attracting pilgrims and travelers from all corners of the world. This photograph is part of a larger series titled "The People of India: A Series of Photographic Illustrations, with Descriptive Letterpress, of the Races and Tribes of Hindustan," published under the order of Lord Canning, the Viceroy of India, in the late 1800s. The series aimed to document the diverse ethnic groups and tribes of India during this era, providing a historical record of the country's rich ethnographic landscape. The Maharajah of Benares' portrait offers a glimpse into the grandeur and complexity of India's indigenous rulers during the Victorian era, showcasing the unique blend of traditional customs and Western influence that characterized this period in Indian history.
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