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Lady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection

Lady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning, also known as The Countess Canning, was a prominent figure during the colonial era in India

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Presentation of Colours to the Calcutta Volunteer Guards, by the Viscountess Canning, 1857

Presentation of Colours to the Calcutta Volunteer Guards, by the Viscountess Canning, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Presentation of Colours to the Calcutta Volunteer Guards, by the Viscountess Canning, 1857. Some 20, 000 to 25, 000 were present...consisting, including artillery, cavalry, and infantry

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: 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
The Countess Canning, The Earl Canning, G.G. and Lord Clyde C.in C. Simla, 1860

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Group Portrait: (L to R) Lady Canning, Major Jones and Lady Campbell, Barnes Court, Simla

Group Portrait: (L to R) Lady Canning, Major Jones and Lady Campbell, Barnes Court, Simla
[Group Portrait: (L to R)Lady Canning, Major Jones and Lady Campbell, Barnes Court, Simla], 1860

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: The Countess Canning, Simla, 1861. Creator: Unknown

The Countess Canning, Simla, 1861. Creator: Unknown
The Countess Canning, Simla, 1861

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: [Countess Canning with Guest, Government House, Allahabad], 1858

[Countess Canning with Guest, Government House, Allahabad], 1858

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: [Countess Canning with Guests, Government House, Allahabad], 1858

[Countess Canning with Guests, Government House, Allahabad], 1858

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: [The Countess Canning, Simla], 1861. Creator: Jean Baptiste Oscar Mallitte

[The Countess Canning, Simla], 1861. Creator: Jean Baptiste Oscar Mallitte
[The Countess Canning, Simla], 1861

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: [Lady Canning], 1858-61. Creator: Jean Baptiste Oscar Mallitte

[Lady Canning], 1858-61. Creator: Jean Baptiste Oscar Mallitte
[Lady Canning], 1858-61

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: The Countess Canning, Calcutta, 1861. Creator: Josiah Rowe

The Countess Canning, Calcutta, 1861. Creator: Josiah Rowe
The Countess Canning, Calcutta, 1861

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: [The Viscountess Canning, Barrackpore], 1858. Creator: John Constantine Stanley

[The Viscountess Canning, Barrackpore], 1858. Creator: John Constantine Stanley
[The Viscountess Canning, Barrackpore], 1858

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: [Lady Canning on her Black Arab and Lord Clyde, Commander in Chief], 1858-61

[Lady Canning on her Black Arab and Lord Clyde, Commander in Chief], 1858-61

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Lady Cannings Grey Arab, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown

Lady Cannings Grey Arab, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Lady Cannings Grey Arab, 1858-61

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Lady Canning and J. C. S. 1858-61. Creator: Unknown

Lady Canning and J. C. S. 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Lady Canning and J.C.S. 1858-61

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Major Jones and Lady Canning, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown

Major Jones and Lady Canning, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Major Jones and Lady Canning, 1858-61

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Lord Clyde, Lord Canning and Lady Canning, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown

Lord Clyde, Lord Canning and Lady Canning, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Lord Clyde, and Lady Canning, 1858-61

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Tigers Presented to the Countess Canning at Agra, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown

Tigers Presented to the Countess Canning at Agra, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Tigers Presented to the Countess Canning at Agra, 1858-61

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Tomb of Lady Charlotte Canning, Barrackpur, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown

Tomb of Lady Charlotte Canning, Barrackpur, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Tomb of Lady Charlotte Canning, Barrackpur, 1858-61

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Lady Canning, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown

Lady Canning, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Lady Canning, 1858-61. Charlotte Canning, Countess Canning (1817-18 - 1861) was a British artist and the first vicereine of India. She was one of Indias most prolific women artists

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Tomb of Lady Canning at Barrackpore, 1925. Creator: Unknown

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

Background imageLady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning Collection: Governor Generals State Elephant and Silver Howdah, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown

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



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Lady Charlotte Elizabeth Canning, also known as The Countess Canning, was a prominent figure during the colonial era in India. She was married to Charles John Canning, who later became The Earl Canning and served as the Governor-General of India. In 1860, Lady Canning was captured in a group portrait alongside Major Jones and Lady Campbell at Barnes Court in Simla. This picture showcases her elegance and grace, reflecting her high status within society. Another photograph from 1861 depicts Lady Canning alone in Simla. The creator of this image remains unknown but it captures her beauty and poise perfectly. Lady Canning's influence extended beyond Simla. In 1858, she was photographed with guests at Government House in Allahabad. These pictures highlight her social prowess and ability to connect with people from various backgrounds. Josiah Rowe's creation from 1861 portrays The Countess Canning during her time in Calcutta. Her regal demeanor is evident as she stands confidently for the camera. One particularly captivating photograph shows Lady Canning on her Black Arab horse alongside Lord Clyde, Commander-in-Chief at that time (1858-61). This image symbolizes their shared love for equestrian activities while showcasing their strong bond. Additionally, there is an intriguing picture featuring Lady Cannings Grey Arab horse from the same period (1858-61). Although the creator remains unknown, this photo demonstrates Lady Canning's passion for horses and reveals another facet of her personality. Lastly, we have an enigmatic image capturing Lady Charlotte Elizabeth Caning with J. C. S. , whose identity remains undisclosed. Their relationship is shrouded in mystery but hints at a close connection between them during those years (1858-61).