Governor General Of India Collection (#2)

The Earl Canning, K. G. K. S. I. G. C. B. Calcutta, 1858-61
The Earl Canning, K.G. K.S.I. G.C.B. Calcutta, 1858-61

Lord Hardinges Monument, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Lord Hardinges Monument, Calcutta, 1850s

The Countess Canning, The Earl Canning, G. G. and Lord Clyde C. in C. Simla, 1860
The Countess Canning, The Earl Canning, G.G. and Lord Clyde C.in C. Simla, 1860

Main Street, Governor Generals Camp, 1859. Creator: Unknown
Main Street, Governor Generals Camp, 1859

A Travelling Camel Carriage from Lahore to Peshawar, Governor Generals Camp, 1858-61

Governor Generals Body Guard, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Governor Generals Body Guard, 1858-61

Part of Governor Generals Camp at Cawnpoor, 1859, 1859. Creator: Unknown
Part of Governor Generals Camp at Cawnpoor, 1859, 1859

An Extraordinary Likeness, 1837. Creator: John Doyle
An Extraordinary Likeness, 1837. Henry Hardinge says of his picture of Sir Hussey Vivian: How do you like my portrait, don t you think I have hit off his attitude

Lord Cornwallis receiving the Sons of Tippoo Saib, (c1780s), 1816. Creator: Unknown
Lord Cornwallis receiving the Sons of Tippoo Saib, (c1780s), 1816. Charles Cornwallis, (1738-1805) British Army general and official, appointed Governor-General and of India

Medallion portraits of British military figures, (mid 19th century). Creator: Unknown
Medallion portraits of British military figures, (mid 19th century). Portraits of commanders who furthered the imperialist cause in India and other colonial possessions

Warren Hastings, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Warren Hastings, (1933). Portrait of Warren Hastings (1732-1818), British administrator in India. Hastings served as the first Governor-General of British India from 1773-1786

Statue of Lord Dalhousie, 1925. Creator: Unknown
Statue of Lord Dalhousie, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Statue of Lord Wellesley, 1925. Creator: Unknown
Statue of Lord Wellesley, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Lord Canning, c1850s, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Lord Canning, c1850s, (1925). From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Durbar of Lord Auckland, c1836-1842, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Durbar of Lord Auckland, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Lord Ellenborough, c1842-1844, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Lord Ellenborough, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Lord Minto, 1813, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Lord Minto (1813), 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Warren Hastings, c1770-1790, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Warren Hutchings, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Warren Hutchings, c1770-1790, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Warren Hutchings, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume Two, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Lord Wellesley Reviewing the Body Guard at Ballygunje, c1770, (c19250. Creator: Unknown
Lord Wellesley Reviewing the Body Guard at Ballygunje, c1770, (1925). From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston

Levee of Lord Cornwallis (Governor General in the doorway on right), 1925. Creator: Unknown
Leve e of Lord Cornwallis (The Governor General stands in the doorway on the right), 1925. From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston

The Governor General and Body Guard Outside Government House, 1820, (1925. ) Creator: Unknown
The Governor General and Body Guard Outside Government House, 1820, (1925). From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston

Warren Hastings and Mrs. Hastings, 1784-87, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Warren Hastings and Mrs. Hastings, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

Warren Hastings, c1750-1770, (1925). Creator: Unknown
Warren Hastings, 1925. From British Government in India, Volume One, by Lord Curzon of Kedleston. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, New York, Toronto and Melbourne, 1925]

State Procession Bearing Presents from the Governor-General of India to the King of Ava, 1856. Procession of elephants with gifts from the British governor-general to the royal court at Ava (or Inwa)

Monument to Charles, Marquis Cornwallis, St Pauls Cathedral, City of London, 1805. The monument, by Charles Rossi, shows the marquis standing on a column in ceremonial costume

The Marquess of Wellesley, Governor-General of India, 1813. Artist: Sir Charles D Oyly
The Marquess of Wellesley, Governor-General of India, 1813. Marquis Wellesley and his Suite at the Nabob of Oudes Breakfast Table, viewing an elephant fight

Governor Generals State Elephant and Silver Howdah, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Governor Generals State Elephant and Silver Howdah, 1858-61

Right Hon. Viscount Canning, 1859. Artist: William Roffe
Right Hon. Viscount Canning. 1859. Charles John Canning, 1st Earl Canning was an English statesman and Governor-General of India during the Indian Rebellion of 1857

Warren Hastings, 1897. From Old and New London Vol III by Edward Walford. [Cassell and Company Ltd, London, 1897]

General Francis Rawdon-Hastings, 2nd Earl of Moira (later 1st Marquess of Hastings), c1813. Artist: Henry Raeburn
General Francis Rawdon-Hastings, 2nd Earl of Moira (later 1st Marquess of Hastings), c1813. Anglo-Irish British politician

Henry Hardinge, 1st Viscount Hardinge, British soldier and Governor-General of India, 19th century. Artist: Gs Stodart
Henry Hardinge, 1st Viscount Hardinge, British soldier and Governor-General of India, 19th century. Hardinge (1785-1856) was a field marshal and Governor-General of India

William Pitt Amherst (1773-1857) Earl of Arracan (litho)
KW237043 William Pitt Amherst (1773-1857) Earl of Arracan (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Portrait of Sir John Lawrence (1811-79) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR214895 Portrait of Sir John Lawrence (1811-79) (engraving) (b/w photo) by German School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; German, out of copyright

1144503; out of copyright

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The Governor General of India holds a significant position in the history of the Indian subcontinent. From Lord Cornwallis to Warren Hastings, these portraits depict the influential figures who governed this vast land. In 1925, an unknown creator sculpted a magnificent statue of Lord Cornwallis, capturing his authoritative presence and commemorating his role as one of the earliest Governor Generals. The oil painting by Edward Law from around 1845 portrays another distinguished figure in this lineage. Moving back even further in time, we encounter Warren Hastings through an oil painting dating back to 1766. His portrait exudes wisdom and power as he navigated the complexities of ruling India during that era. Earl De Gray's image, captured between 1860 and 1875 by an unknown artist, showcases yet another Governor General who left his mark on Indian history. Each brushstroke tells a tale of governance and diplomacy. Lord Lytton's portrait from around 1891 reveals a man with deep intellect and strategic thinking - qualities essential for any leader overseeing such diverse territories. Similarly, the Marquis of Hastings' depiction highlights his contribution to shaping British rule in India during that period. The canvas also brings forth images of other notable Governors General like Lord Canning, Lord Ellenborough, Sir Henry Hardinge - all captured by James Grant circa 1891. These paintings serve as reminders not only of their individual legacies but also their collective impact on shaping colonial India. Lastly, James Grant's artwork depicting a duel between Warren Hastings and Francis adds drama to this historical narrative while showcasing intense rivalries within British administration at that time. Another piece captures Warren Hastings reviewing Pearses Column - symbolizing military might under his command. These captivating portraits offer glimpses into the lives and times of those who held immense authority over India during its colonial past.