Mahout Collection (#4)

The Elephant as draught animal, c1900. Elephants used to pull carts in India. French advertisement for Liebigs extract of meat

Arrival of the Prince of Wales at Jummoo, Cashmere, 1876. The future King Edward VII travels by elephant to Jammu in Kashmir, northern India

Convoy of the Queen. 1606. Artist: Theodore de Bry
Convoy of the Queen. 1606. Journeys across India, engraved by Theodore De Bry, 1606

Elephants Fighting, 1606. Artist: Theodore de Bry
Elephants Fighting, 1606. Journeys across India, engraved by Theodore De Bry, 1606

Guard Stone Figure at Entrance of Buddhist Temple, Sri Lanka, 20th century. Guard stones are projecting architectural elements located at the corner of walls, built for the protection of buildings

Elephant cooling off in a river. Artist: CM Dixon
Sri Lankan elephants in a river

Elephants performing at Columbo zoo in Sri Lanka. Artist: CM Dixon
Elephants performing at Columbo zoo in Sri Lanka

Elephant cooling off in a river in Sri Lanka. Artist: CM Dixon
Sri Lankan elephant cooling off in a river at midday, taking a rest from work, near Kandy in Sri Lanka

Terracotta plaque showing a war elephant

Sri Lanka - Elephants (with their Mahouts) bathing in river
Sri Lanka - Elephants (with their riders) bathing in river. Ann elephant rider, trainer, or keeper is known as a Mahout. Date: circa 1920s

Mahout with tourist riding on elephant in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

A dignitary rides on the back of an elephant in a howdah attended by a mahout or elephant driver
KW1547434 A dignitary rides on the back of an elephant in a howdah attended by a mahout or elephant driver, Rajasthani miniature painting (w/c on paper) by Indian School

Dignitaries ride on the back of an elephant in a howdah attended by a mahout or elephant driver
KW1547433 Dignitaries ride on the back of an elephant in a howdah attended by a mahout or elephant driver, Rajasthani miniature painting (w/c on paper) by Indian School

Rajasthani miniature painting (w / c paper)
KW1547430 Rajasthani miniature painting (w/c paper) by Indian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rajasthani miniature painting from Rajasthan, India)

Mahout cutting an elephants toenails with a curved knife, Chitwan National Park, Nepal, Asia

RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, Pleasure ride, Mysore Palace
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Acc 4545 2/6th Batt/403 1916-19 Photograph

RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, Water cart, Palace grounds, Mysore
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Acc 4545 2/6th Batt/401 1916-19 Photograph

Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus maximus) domesticated adult, carrying mahout and tourists, walking in water, Sri Lanka, February

RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, Sussex Soldiers Joy Riding
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Acc 4545 2/6th Batt/328 1916-19 Photograph

RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, Elephant Transport
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Acc 4545 2/6th Batt/317 1916-19 Photograph

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Indian / Asian Elephant - Bathing and cleaning session with its mahout (Elephas maximus) Date:

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Indian / Asian Elephant - Young elephant with its mahout in a river after having taken a bath (Elephas maximus) Date:

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Sumatran Elephant - Mahout bathing elephant (Elephas maximus sumatranus) Date:

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Sumatran Elephant - Mahout bathing elephants (Elephas maximus sumatranus) Date:

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Sumatran Elephant - Mahout bathing elephants (Elephas maximus sumatranus) Date:

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Asian Elephant - bathing with Mahout on back (Elephas maximus) Date:

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Asian Elephant - bathing with Mahout on back (Elephas maximus) Date:

Tiger hunting in Indian jungle, late 19th-early 20th century. White hunter wearing solar topee and carrying a rifle, seated in howdah on back of a fine tusker. Mahout peers intently ahead

Elephant and mahout, Kaziranga, Assam, India, Asia

Elephant shifting large pieces of timber
An elephant removing a large piece of timber from a large stack, India

Temple elephant near Tiruchirapali, Srirangum Nyak, India, Asia

Elephant and his mahout washing in the river near Kandy, Sri Lanka, Asia

Two men washing an elephant in the river after a working day, Kandy area, Sri Lanka, Asia

Elephants at work moving logs at Chiang Mai, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Mahout and working elephant, Elephant Camp near Chiang Mai, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Mahout washing elephant, Elephant Camp near Chiang Mai, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Mahout climbing onto elephant, Elephant Camp near Chiang Mai, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Mahout and Indian elephant (Elephus maximus) eating, Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh state, India, Asia

A mahoot with a single elephant, Punnathur Kotta Elephant Fort housing 50 elephants and financed by the temples, Kerala, India, Asia

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Mahout: The Guardians of Majestic Beasts Travel back in time to Cliff Road, Newquay, Cornwall, in the early 1900s. Amidst the picturesque scenery, a mahout skillfully guides his magnificent elephant along the cliff's edge. Their bond is unbreakable as they navigate treacherous terrain with grace and precision. Fast forward to 1921 when history unfolds during the Indian tour of The Prince of Wales and the Maharajah of Gwalior. A regal encounter between two worlds takes place as they stand side by side, showcasing the cultural significance of these noble creatures. However, not all moments are glamorous for a mahout. In New Delhi, a devoted caretaker bathes his elephant in polluted waters from river Yamuna. Despite adverse conditions, their unwavering dedication shines through as they ensure their gentle giants' well-being. The year is 1876; India welcomes The Prince of Wales on an extraordinary visit. As excitement fills the air, danger lurks nearby when a tiger charges towards one prince's elephant. With bravery and swift action from its trusted mahout, disaster is narrowly avoided. Journeying further into Asia brings us to Bandhavgarh where Asian elephants play an integral role in safari tourism. Mahouts become ambassadors for conservation efforts while providing unforgettable experiences for visitors who marvel at these majestic creatures up close. Venturing into Laos mythical Luang Prabang reveals another facet of mahouts' lives - their deep-rooted connection with tradition and spirituality that transcends generations. Here they preserve ancient customs while nurturing their beloved elephants amidst breathtaking landscapes. Across oceans lies Al Batinah South on Oman's Arabian Peninsula where flamingos gracefully roam coastal marshes under watchful eyes of skilled mahouts. These guardians ensure harmony between wildlife and humans coexisting peacefully within this natural haven. In Al Wusta region also in Oman stands testament to how mahouts adapt to changing times.