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GEORGE CURZON
GEORGE NATHANIEL LORD CURZON OF KEDLESTON (1859 - 1925), As Viceroy of India, in his study at Delhi Date: 1902
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Curzon Delhi Kedleston Menpes Nathaniel Study Viceroy Wing 1902
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This striking portrait captures the intense gaze and regal presence of George Nathaniel Lord Curzon, 1st Marquess of Kedleston (1859-1925), during his tenure as the Viceroy of India from 1899 to 1905. The photograph, taken in 1902, depicts Curzon in his study at the Viceregal Palace in Delhi. The room's ornate decor, with its red velvet wing chair and intricate wall designs, serves as a fitting backdrop for the powerful figure of the British statesman. Curzon's formal attire, including his wing collar shirt and red tie, underscores his status and authority. His piercing eyes, framed by thick-rimmed glasses, convey a sense of focus and determination. The portrait, taken by renowned British painter and photographer John S. Sargent's protégé, Frank Menpes, masterfully captures the essence of Curzon's leadership and vision during his time in India. Curzon's reign as Viceroy was marked by ambitious reforms and expansions of British rule, including the establishment of the Indian Council Act of 1909, which expanded the role of Indians in the government. He is also known for his efforts to modernize and improve infrastructure in India, such as the construction of roads, railways, and irrigation systems. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of Curzon's significant impact on the history of India during the British colonial period.
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