Rao Bahadur Sheth Tikamchand and Namichand

Rao Bahadur Sheth Tikamchand and Namichand

They are the sons of Mulchand, who was awarded Rao Bahadur in 1882. Namichand (1878-1918), the eldest son, was awarded Rao Bahadur in 1907 and, Tikamchand (1880-c.1930), the younger son was awarded Rao Bahadur in 1916. They were jewelers in Rajputana state and supplied to many kings and Britishers. The photograph was taken when the youngest received the honour of Rao Bahadur.

Gelatin silver print
7.5 x 11.5 in. (19 x 29.2 cm.)
Unknown Photographer, c. 1916