Mahadji Scindia (1730 – 1794)
Maratha ruler of Gwalior state. He expanded his empire winning many wars between 1745 and 1761, roughly around 50 wars. He suffered a serious wound in his leg, which left him with a limp for the rest of his life.
Steel engraving by W. D. Taylor (1794 – 1857), after drawing by William Daniell R. A. (1769 – 1837), later hand coloured
Size: 9.25 x 6 in. (23.5 x 15.2 cms.)
Date of printing – 1834