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GEORGE CURZON / MENPES 02
GEORGE NATHANIEL LORD CURZON OF KEDLESTON As Viceroy of India, with the Duchess of Connaught on the way to the retainers show Date: 1859 - 1925
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This photograph, titled "GEORGE CURZON / MENPES 02: George Nathaniel Lord Curzon of Kedleston as Viceroy of India, with the Duchess of Connaught on the way to the retainers show, 1859-1925," showcases a significant moment in the history of the British Raj. The image features George Nathaniel Lord Curzon of Kedleston, who served as the Viceroy of India from 1899 to 1905, riding in a carriage with the Duchess of Connaught. Curzon, dressed in formal attire and wearing a white helmet, is seen saluting his Indian retainers as they line the path. The Duchess, elegantly dressed and holding a parasol, looks on with a regal expression. The retainers, dressed in traditional Indian attire, are seen standing at attention, adding to the grandeur of the scene. The photograph was taken during a retainers show, a traditional event where the Indian servants and soldiers would display their skills and loyalty to their British masters. The event was an important display of power and prestige, and Curzon's attendance signified his position as the ruling authority in India. The photograph was taken by the renowned English photographer, Menpes, who was known for his detailed and evocative portraits of India and its people. The image provides a fascinating glimpse into the colonial era, capturing the opulence, power dynamics, and cultural exchange that defined the British Raj.
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