H. H. Sir Takhtsingji
H. H. Sir Takhtsingji, G.S.C.I Maharaja of Bhownagar Gelatine silver print 17 x 14 in. (43.2 x 35.6 cm.) with mount Photographer: Miss Booth, dated 1893 This portrait is from the album published on opening of the Memorial Institute in Rajkot, which was an illustrious project as it housed a durbar hall, library and museum […]
H. H. Sir Vibhaji
H. H. Sir Vibhaji, K.C.S.I Jam Saheb of Nowanagar Gelatine silver print 17 x 14 in. (43.2 x 35.6 cm.) with mount Photographer: Miss Booth, dated 1893 This portrait is from the album published on opening of the Memorial Institute in Rajkot, which was an illustrious project as it housed a durbar hall, library and […]
Gujarati Noblemen with their children
Gujarati Noblemen with their children Gelatine silver print 4 x 6 in. (10.2 x 15.2 cm.) Unknown Photographer, c. 1880
Members of Indian Air Force 1942
Members of Indian Air Force 1942 This group photograph of the Indian Air Force 4th flight was taken when they joined the second world war in December 1942. The Leaders in the photo were P. C. Mukharjee, Z. H. Querashi, K. H. Swami and others. This photograph was taken by S. Rollo, which was a very popular studio in […]
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 Ruling Princes and Chiefs, November 1919
The Ruling Princes and Chiefs, November 1919 This group photo of ruling princes and chiefs was taken during the annual conference in Delhi. Gelatin silver print with names on mount 6 x 11.25 in. (15.2 x 26.6 cm.) Photographer: A. R. Dutt, Delhi, dated 1919
Maharana Bhupal Singh
Maharana Bhupal Singh (1884, r. 1930 – 1955) Shikar or hunting group photographs were often taken after the hunt. Photographers also used to be a part of the hunting troop. In this photograph you can see a car in the background, it was probably used as an aid in hunting. Gelatin silver print 12.2 x 16.7 in. […]
Prince Bhupal Singh and Nobles
Prince Bhupal Singh (1884 – 1955) and Nobles He has been regularly photographed from childhood to adulthood. This is clicked officially on his birthday and before he became a Maharaja, with Mama Aman Singhji, Chawla Lakshman Singhji, Chowhan Manoharsinghji, Dhaibhai Nand Lal & others. Gelatin silver print 8.5 x 10.5 in. (21.6 x 26.7 cm.) Unknown Photographer, c. […]
Maharao Khengarji
Maharao Khengarji Hunting expedition, along with Maharaja Ranjitsinhji of Nawanagar and a hunting party has been documented by clicking a photograph to adorn walls as well as show to the world. Leopards, Tigers and Lions were shot and skinned for their hide. The bigger the animal the better was the feeling and grander the praise. The entire hunting party would […]
Maharao Khengarji of Kutch
Maharao Khengarji (1866 – 1942) of Kutch Hunting is a taboo in today’s time but during the 19th century it was on the ‘must do list’ of every European coming to visit India. The fauna of India attracted many to pursue the pleasure and show ones manliness and triumph over the savage. Elaborate hunting expeditions were arranged by the […]