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King George V shooting Tigers in India from a howdah
King George V shooting Tigers in India from a howdah - 1911. Date: 1911
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Media ID 11586901
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Attendants Colony Dead Elephant Elephants Entourage Howdah Hunt Hunts Nepal Shoot Shooting Tiger Tigers Houdah
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the stunning "King George V Shooting Tigers in India from a Howdah" print from our Media Storehouse collection, exclusively available through Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This historic photograph, captured in 1911, showcases the British monarch in an iconic moment during his visit to India. With a regal presence, King George V is depicted shooting a tiger from atop a howdah, a traditional wooden seat mounted on an elephant. This captivating image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a unique and intriguing insight into imperial history. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add an air of sophistication and intrigue. The high-quality print is perfect for avid collectors, historians, and those with an appreciation for the grandeur of the past. Order yours today and let this masterpiece tell its story for generations to come.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.9cm (11" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
King George V's Expedition to India: A Historical Moment of Imperial Hunting This photograph captures a significant moment in history as His Majesty King George V embarks on a tiger hunt in India during his imperial visit to the British colony in 1911. Seated confidently atop an elegantly adorned howdah, or wooden platform, atop an elephant, King George V, the 5th Emperor of Britain, focuses intently on his target. His entourage of British attendants, dressed in colonial attire, watch attentively, ready to assist or record the event. The scene is set in the lush, exotic landscape of India, with the dense forest stretching out in the background. The air is thick with anticipation as the group prepares for the hunt. Native attendants, dressed in traditional clothing, stand nearby, their expressions a mix of awe and trepidation. The successful hunt was a symbol of power and dominance during the British colonial rule in India. Tigers, revered for their strength and ferocity, were considered a prized trophy for the British elite. The dead tiger, lying at the foot of the elephant, is a testament to the hunt's success. This photograph offers a glimpse into the imperial past, providing a unique insight into the British Raj's culture and traditions. The image is a poignant reminder of the complex relationship between the British and the Indian people during this period. The hunt, though controversial today, was a significant event in the annals of history, reflecting the power dynamics of the time. This photograph, taken in 1911, is a valuable historical document, capturing a moment in time that continues to fascinate and intrigue scholars, historians, and enthusiasts alike.
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