British Raj Collection

EMPIREs HIGHWAY TO INDIA. The Empires Highway to India. View of Bombay, India from a British ship. British Empire Marketing Board poster, c1928

Grey Heron, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, c
5910204 Grey Heron, folio from a Series Commissioned by Lady Impey, c.1780-82 (opaque colours & ink on paper) by Shaikh Zain ud-Din (Sheikh Zainuddin)

Map of Bengal, the North West and Central Provinces, and Assam, 1902. Creator: Unknown
Map of Bengal, the North West and Central Provinces, and Assam, 1902. From The Century Atlas of the World. [John Walker & Co, Ltd. London, 1902]

The Prince of Wales with the Maharajah of Gwalior during his Indian tour, 1921. The future King Edward VIII and his host ride in the howdah of a decorated elephant

Soldiers of the 15th Ludhiana Sikhs, illustration for Armies of India
NAM310792 Soldiers of the 15th Ludhiana Sikhs, illustration for Armies of India by Major G.F. MacMunn, published in 1911, 1908 (w/c on paper) by Lovett

Marble pavilion in the Fort Gardens, Lahore, India, late 19th or early 20th century. Lahore Fort was built in the 1560s by the Mughal Emperor Akbar

Indian cavalrymen, 1896. Artist: Gregory & Co
Indian cavalrymen, 1896. Guides Cavalry (Queens Own) of the North West Frontier; the Central India Horse; the 1st Bengal Cavalry (the famous 1st Irregulars)

The Corps of guides (Cavalry and Infantry), the Anglo-Indian Army of the 1880s (colour litho)
PNP314312 The Corps of guides (Cavalry and Infantry), the Anglo-Indian Army of the 1880s (colour litho) by Simkin, Richard (1840-1926) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Be Just and Fear Not! (colour litho)
3648302 Be Just and Fear Not! (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Be Just and Fear Not)

The 93rd Highlanders entering the breach at the storming of the Secundrabagh, Lucknow
NAM310664 The 93rd Highlanders entering the breach at the storming of the Secundrabagh, Lucknow, 16th November 1857 (w/c) by Norie, Orlando (1832-1901); National Army Museum

Queens Own Corps of Guides Officer, NCOs and Troopers, 1897 (b / w photo)
PNP315922 Queens Own Corps of Guides Officer, NCOs and Troopers, 1897 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The attack on the Peiwar Kotal by the 5th Gurkha Rifles, Afghanistan, December 1878, c
NAM237729 The attack on the Peiwar Kotal by the 5th Gurkha Rifles, Afghanistan, December 1878, c.1890 (oil on canvas) by Hamilton, Vereker Monteith (1856-1931); 346.1x236.5 cm; National Army Museum

Sikh Priest Reading the Grunth, Umritsar, from India Ancient and Modern
STC418229 Sikh Priest Reading the Grunth, Umritsar, from India Ancient and Modern, 1867 (colour litho) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Scottish

Royal Artillery, a field gun team on the march, 1897 (oil on canvas)
NAM237644 Royal Artillery, a field gun team on the march, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Hale, Edward Matthew (1852-1924); 30.3x45.7 cm; National Army Museum, London; eNational Army Museum; English

The Delhi Durbar, India (colour litho)
2779779 The Delhi Durbar, India (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Delhi Durbar, India)

Types of soldiers from the first half of the 19th century, 1900. Artist: Richard Knotel
Types of soldiers from the first half of the 19th century, 1900. Illustrations of uniforms from various different countries during the Napoleonic Wars

King George of England in uniform, Rotary Photo, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
King George of England in uniform, Rotary Photo, 1911

King George of England in uniform, Rotary Photo, 1910. Creator: Bain News Service
King George of England in uniform, Rotary Photo, 1910

King Emperor's Hunt in India, 1911. Creator: Bain News Service
King Emperor's Hunt in India, 1911. Shows George V of England, who traveled to India in December 1911 to be installed as King-Emperor of India, on a hunting trip in Nepal, December 1911

Telegraph map of the Eastern World, 1865. Creator: John Dower
Telegraph map of the Eastern World, 1865. Map showing...the progress of telegraphic communication from England in the directions of India, China

Prizes and Prize-Winners of the Calcutta Volunteer Rifle Matches at Barrackpore, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Prizes and Prize-Winners of the Calcutta Volunteer Rifle Matches at Barrackpore, [India], 1865. Participants in...competitive trials in skill as marksmen...The gentlemen grouped around this table are

Opening of the Punjaub Exhibition of Arts and Industry at Lahore, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Punjaub Exhibition of Arts and Industry at Lahore, [India], 1864. The exhibition...was opened by Sir Robert Montgomery, K.C.B

The Punjaub Exhibition of Arts and Industry at Lahore: interior of the building, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The Punjaub Exhibition of Arts and Industry at Lahore: interior of the building, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Messrs

Camel-carriage used by the Lieutenant-Governor of the Punjaub, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Camel-carriage used by the Lieutenant-Governor of the Punjaub, [India], 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Messrs. Howard, Shepherd, and Bourne, of Calcutta, taken at Government House

Laying the first stone of the Lucknow Memorial, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Laying the first stone of the Lucknow Memorial, [Lucknow, India], 1864. Engraving of a photograph, of...the scene on Saturday, the 2nd of January

Two-storied third-class carriage on the Bombay, Baroda, and Central India Railway, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Two-storied third-class carriage on the Bombay, Baroda, and Central India Railway, 1864. [This type of carriage]...was first tried in the early part of the year 1862

The cricket-match between Madras and Calcutta: the Madras Eleven, 1864. Creator: Unknown
The cricket-match between Madras and Calcutta: the Madras Eleven, 1864. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. B. Smith, of the...portraits of eleven members of the Madras Cricket Club who lately went to

Sir John Lawrence receiving the Freedom of the City of London (engraving)
8676877 Sir John Lawrence receiving the Freedom of the City of London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Interior, Exchange Hall, Madras, India (engraving)
8676767 Interior, Exchange Hall, Madras, India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior, Exchange Hall, Madras, India)

Robert Montgomery, British colonial administrator (engraving)
8676745 Robert Montgomery, British colonial administrator (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Montgomery (1809-1887), British colonial administrator

Sir Charles Trevelyan, British colonial administrator (engraving)
8676993 Sir Charles Trevelyan, British colonial administrator (engraving) by Watkins, John (fl.1840-75) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Charles Trevelyan, British colonial administrator)

A messenger delivering a message to a prince or noble, 1828
3480390 A messenger delivering a message to a prince or noble, 1828; (add.info.: A messenger delivering a message to a prince or noble. India, early 19th Century)

Oil merchants in India, 1828
3480384 Oil merchants in India, 1828; (add.info.: Oil merchants in India; early 19th Century. By Marlet 1828.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Indian Mughal miniature depicting a Prince being saluted by soldiers, 1850
3480381 Indian Mughal miniature depicting a Prince being saluted by soldiers, 1850; (add.info.: Indian Mughal miniature depicting a Prince being saluted by soldiers after he had killed a White)

Vue de la Chaudire de Syali An island in a river, 1828
3480380 Vue de la Chaudire de Syali An island in a river, 1828; (add.info.: Vue de la Chaudire de Syali An island in a river)

Gardeners attending a vegetable plot in central India, 1828
3480379 Gardeners attending a vegetable plot in central India, 1828; (add.info.: Gardeners attending a vegetable plot in central India. By Marlet 1828.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Indian courtiers in conversation at the Hindu Pagoda of Vilnour, 1828
3480375 Indian courtiers in conversation at the Hindu Pagoda of Vilnour, 1828; (add.info.: Indian courtiers in conversation at the Hindu Pagoda of Vilnour)

Raja or noble ruler with servants, 1828
3480369 Raja or noble ruler with servants, 1828; (add.info.: French lithograph of Raja or noble ruler with servants; India, By Marlet 1828.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Kichenassami, 1828
3480365 Kichenassami, 1828; (add.info.: Kichenassami, Aged 28, 1828. French lithograph drawn in India, By Marlet.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A letter carrier in India, 1828
3480363 A letter carrier in India, 1828; (add.info.: French lithograph of a letter carrier in India, By Marlet 1828.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Muhammad Ali Pasha or Mehmet Ali; 1769 - 1849 proclaimed as Viceroy of Egypt 1805
3480358 Muhammad Ali Pasha or Mehmet Ali; 1769 - 1849 proclaimed as Viceroy of Egypt 1805, ; (add.info.: French lithograph of a Falconer with Falcon; India)

Indian Mughal miniature depicting a young woman arranging flowers, 1850
3480373 Indian Mughal miniature depicting a young woman arranging flowers, 1850; (add.info.: Indian Mughal miniature depicting a young woman arranging flowers, symbolising love re-united)

A Hindu swami, 1828
3480370 A Hindu swami, 1828; (add.info.: A Hindu swami (ascetic or yogi). By Marlet 1828.); Universal History Archive/UIG

young Indian Prince
3522693 young Indian Prince; (add.info.: 19th century illustration depicting a young Indian Prince with ceremonial sword c1840.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Pottery workshop and woman carrying vessels to market, 1828
3480388 Pottery workshop and woman carrying vessels to market, 1828; (add.info.: Pottery workshop and woman carrying vessels to market, India, early 19th Century)

View of Tirunelveli, also known as Nellai and historically as Tinnevelly, 1828
3480385 View of Tirunelveli, also known as Nellai and historically as Tinnevelly, 1828; (add.info.: View of Tirunelveli, also known as Nellai and historically (during British rule) as Tinnevelly

Sellers in India, 1828
3480364 Sellers in India, 1828; (add.info.: French lithograph of sellers in India, By Marlet 1828.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Craftsmen in India, 1828
3480361 Craftsmen in India, 1828; (add.info.: French lithograph of craftsmen in India, By Marlet 1828.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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"Exploring the British Raj: A Glimpse into India's Colonial Past" Step back in time and witness the fascinating era of the British Raj, as we delve into a captivating journey through history. In 1921, the Prince of Wales graced Indian soil during his tour, captured alongside the majestic Maharajah of Gwalior. This iconic moment symbolizes the Empire's Highway to India. The Anglo-Indian Army of the 1880s comes to life with vivid illustrations showcasing The Corps of Guides, both cavalry and infantry. These brave soldiers exemplified courage and loyalty in service to their colonial masters. Diving deeper into military prowess, we encounter Soldiers of the 15th Ludhiana Sikhs, immortalized in an illustration depicting Armies of India. Their valiant spirit echoes through time. Witnessing historical events unfolds before our eyes; we stand witness to The 93rd Highlanders storming Secundrabagh during Lucknow's tumultuous times. Their unwavering determination paints a picture etched forever in our memories. The Queens Own Corps of Guides Officer, NCOs, and Troopers from 1897 capture our attention with a black-and-white photograph that encapsulates their discipline and dedication towards maintaining order within this vast empire. Traversing geographical boundaries becomes effortless as we explore Bengal, North West & Central Provinces along with Assam through an intriguing map from 1902. Unknown creator but undeniable significance. Marvel at architectural wonders like Lahore's Marble Pavilion nestled within Fort Gardens—a testament to grandeur that adorned late 19th or early 20th-century India—showcasing cultural fusion between East and West under imperial rule. Peering further into history reveals diverse types of soldiers from the first half of the nineteenth century—an artistic masterpiece by Richard Knotel that captures their unique uniforms and weaponry—reminding us how these men shaped an era long gone by.