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Hill R B Collection

"Capturing the Essence of Calcutta: The Stunning Photography of Captain R. B

Background imageHill R B Collection: [The St. Pauls Cathedral, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

[The St. Pauls Cathedral, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[The St. Pauls Cathedral, Calcutta], 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Scotch Kirk, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Scotch Kirk, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Scotch Kirk, Calcutta, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: [Shipping in the Hooghly near Fort, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

[Shipping in the Hooghly near Fort, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[Shipping in the Hooghly near Fort, Calcutta], 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: [Ochterlony Monument, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

[Ochterlony Monument, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[Ochterlony Monument, Calcutta], 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Garden in Indigo Districts, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Garden in Indigo Districts, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Garden in Indigo Districts, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Kidderpore Church, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Kidderpore Church, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Kidderpore Church, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: [Burmese Pagoda in the Eden Gardens, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

[Burmese Pagoda in the Eden Gardens, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[Burmese Pagoda in the Eden Gardens, Calcutta], 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Grand Entrance to the Government House, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Grand Entrance to the Government House, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Grand Entrance to the Government House, Calcutta, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Gate Leading into Our House, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Gate Leading into Our House, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Gate Leading into Our House, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Outram Institute, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Outram Institute, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Outram Institute, Calcutta, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Dum Dum House—Built by Lord Clive, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Dum Dum House—Built by Lord Clive, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Dum Dum House--Built by Lord Clive, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Gateway to Government House, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Gateway to Government House, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Gateway to Government House, Calcutta, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Gooldar House, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Gooldar House, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Gooldar House, 1850s

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

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

Background imageHill R B Collection: View From Our Garden, Dum Dum, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

View From Our Garden, Dum Dum, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
View From Our Garden, Dum Dum, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Our House, Dum Dum, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Our House, Dum Dum, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Our House, Dum Dum, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: [View of the City from the Ochterlony Monument, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B

[View of the City from the Ochterlony Monument, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B
[View of the City from the Ochterlony Monument, Calcutta], 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Dum Dum Church, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Dum Dum Church, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Dum Dum Church, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: [Banian Tree], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

[Banian Tree], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[Banian Tree], 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: [Avenue, Mess and Capt. Hills House], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

[Avenue, Mess and Capt. Hills House], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[Avenue, Mess and Capt. Hills House], 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: St. Johns Church, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

St. Johns Church, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
St. Johns Church, Calcutta, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Temple at Allipore, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Temple at Allipore, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Temple at Allipore, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: [Grindley and Company Building, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

[Grindley and Company Building, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Grindley and Company Building, Calcutta, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Indigo Vats, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Indigo Vats, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Indigo Vats, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: The Bishops Palace, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

The Bishops Palace, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
The Bishops Palace, Calcutta, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Orphan School, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Orphan School, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Orphan School, Calcutta, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Prinseps Ghat, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Prinseps Ghat, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Prinseps Ghat, Calcutta, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: [Tollys Nullah, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

[Tollys Nullah, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[Tollys Nullah, Calcutta], 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: [Part of the Exterior of the St. Pauls Cathedral, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R

[Part of the Exterior of the St. Pauls Cathedral, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R
[Part of the Exterior of the St. Pauls Cathedral, Calcutta], 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: Town Hall, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

Town Hall, Calcutta, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
Town Hall, Calcutta, 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: [Entrance to Botanical Gardens, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

[Entrance to Botanical Gardens, Calcutta], 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
[Entrance to Botanical Gardens, Calcutta], 1850s

Background imageHill R B Collection: View in the Jungle, Bengal, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill

View in the Jungle, Bengal, 1850s. Creator: Captain R. B. Hill
View in the Jungle, Bengal, 1850s



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"Capturing the Essence of Calcutta: The Stunning Photography of Captain R. B. Hill" Step back in time to the 1850s and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Calcutta through the lens of Captain R. B. Hill. This talented photographer beautifully documented various landmarks and scenes, providing us with a glimpse into the rich history and architectural wonders of this vibrant city. One such masterpiece is "The St. Pauls Cathedral, Calcutta, " where Hill's keen eye for detail brings out the grandeur and majesty of this iconic structure. Its towering spires reaching towards the heavens are truly awe-inspiring. In another photograph titled "Scotch Kirk, Calcutta, " we witness a charming church nestled amidst bustling streets, showcasing both its religious significance and architectural beauty. Hill's collection also includes "Shipping in the Hooghly near Fort, Calcutta. " Here, he captures an enchanting scene along the riverfront as ships gracefully sail by against a backdrop of historic forts - a testament to Calcutta's maritime heritage. Moving on to "Ochterlony Monument, Calcutta, " we are transported to a picturesque square adorned with an impressive monument dedicated to Major-General Sir David Ochterlony - an enduring symbol of British colonial rule. Venturing beyond urban landscapes, Hill takes us into nature's embrace with his photograph titled "Garden in Indigo Districts. " Lush greenery surrounds us as we imagine strolling through these serene gardens that once thrived within indigo plantations. Kidderpore Church stands tall in another image captured by Hill; its elegant architecture reflecting both spiritual devotion and historical significance. "Burmese Pagoda in Eden Gardens" reveals yet another facet of Kolkata's diverse cultural tapestry - an exquisite pagoda nestled within lush surroundings evoking tranquility and spirituality.