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Government House, Calcutta, c. 1880 s
Government House, Calcutta, c.1880 s, India
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Media ID 23440390
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 45.8cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the grandeur and majesty of Government House in Calcutta during the late 19th century. Built in 1805, Government House served as the official residence of the British Governor-General of India, symbolizing the power and influence of the British Raj in India. The architectural style of the building is a fusion of Indian and European elements, reflecting the cultural melting pot that was colonial Calcutta. The image, taken around the 1880s to 1900s, showcases the building's impressive facade, adorned with intricate carvings and ornate details. The lush, green gardens surrounding the structure add to its allure, providing a tranquil contrast to the bustling streets of the city beyond. The view of the building from the street also reveals the urban landscape of Calcutta during this era, with traditional Indian houses and European structures coexisting in a harmonious yet distinctly unequal manner. As the political and administrative center of British India, Government House played a pivotal role in shaping the country's history. It was the site of numerous important events, including the proclamation of India's independence in 1947. Today, the building stands as a significant historical landmark, a testament to the rich and complex history of India and its colonial past.
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