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Framed Print : New Viceroy of India greeted at the Gateway of India, Mumbai
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New Viceroy of India greeted at the Gateway of India, Mumbai
New Viceroy of India greeted at the Gateway of India, Mumbai - The Governors Bodyguard, the 2nd Lancers and the Guard of Honour. Date: 1926
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Media ID 14246574
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Arrival Bodyguard Gateway Governor Guard Honour Irwin Lancers Rank Ranks Viceroy 1926
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step into history with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic moment when the New Viceroy of India was greeted at the majestic Gateway of India in Mumbai. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to 1926 and beautifully captures the grandeur of the occasion. The Governors Bodyguard, the 2nd Lancers, and the Guard of Honour are all proudly displayed in this stunning photograph. Add this timeless piece to your home or office décor and relive history with every glance.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the grandeur and tradition of the British Raj as the new Viceroy of India, Lord Irwin, is greeted at the iconic Gateway of India in Mumbai (then Bombay) in 1926. The Gateway, an architectural masterpiece overlooking the Arabian Sea, was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911. Lord Irwin, dressed in full regalia, disembarks from his ship, surrounded by the Governors Bodyguard and the 2nd Lancers. The Guard of Honour, with their gleaming rifles and immaculate uniforms, stand at attention, ready to present a royal salute. The ranks of soldiers, their faces expressionless, create a striking contrast against the vibrant colors of the Indian crowd in the background. Lord Irwin, who served as Viceroy from 1926 to 1931, was the first British Viceroy to visit India after the end of the non-cooperation movement led by Mahatma Gandhi. His arrival marked a significant moment in Indian history, as the country continued its struggle for independence from British rule. This photograph is a testament to the rich history and complex dynamics of the British Raj in India, a period that shaped the country's political, social, and cultural landscape. The image also highlights the military might and ceremonial traditions that were an integral part of the British colonial rule in India.
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