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Durbar Room, Osborne House K020096
OSBORNE HOUSE, Isle of Wight. Interior view of the Durbar Room looking towards the minstrels gallery. Some items shown maybe on loan from the Royal Collection. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 668005
Filename: K020096.jpg
Size: 5121 x 3415 (17.8MB)
Date: 3rd January 2008
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: English Heritage Images
Job Title: Staff Photographer
Carpet Ceiling Furniture Victorian
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This stunning photograph captures the grandeur and opulence of the Durbar Room at Osborne House on the Isle of Wight, as documented by acclaimed photographer Alan Bull for Historic England. The Durbar Room, named after the Indian Durbar or royal court, was designed by Prince Albert for Queen Victoria as a space to entertain her esteemed guests and showcase her extensive collection of art and cultural treasures from her Indian Empire. The room's intricately patterned carpet, in shades of red and gold, covers the floor and extends up the walls, creating a rich and regal backdrop. The ornate Victorian furniture, with its intricate carvings and gilded accents, adds to the room's grandeur. The high ceiling, adorned with elaborate frescoes and painted in vibrant colors, further emphasizes the room's grand scale. Some of the items in the Durbar Room, such as the intricately carved wooden screen and the ornate silver and crystal chandelier, are original to the room, while others, like the ornate Indian textiles and porcelain vases, were loaned from the Royal Collection. The combination of these items, along with the room's stunning architecture, creates a breathtaking and awe-inspiring space that transports us back in time to the Victorian era. The Durbar Room at Osborne House is a testament to the wealth, power, and cultural influence of the British monarchy during the Victorian era. This photograph offers a unique and intimate glimpse into this remarkable space, allowing us to appreciate its beauty and historical significance.
