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Bhai Ram Singh K010289
OSBORNE HOUSE, Isle of Wight. Interior view. Photograph from the album " Royal Tableaux, Osborne ". " Ram Singh at Work in the Indian Room " 1892. Durbar Room
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Media ID 464500
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the stunning Bhai Ram Singh K010289 Framed Print from our Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite photograph, sourced from the Historic England Photo Library, offers a captivating glimpse into the past. Taken in 1892 at Osborne House on the Isle of Wight, this image depicts Bhai Ram Singh at work in the Indian Room during a Durbar. The intricate details and rich colors of this historic moment are beautifully preserved, making this framed print a true treasure for any home or office. Add a touch of history and elegance to your space with the Bhai Ram Singh K010289 Framed Print from Media Storehouse.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures Bhai Ram Singh at work in the Indian Room of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's beloved Osborne House on the Isle of Wight. Dated 1892, the image is taken from the "Royal Tableaux, Osborne" album, which provides a unique insight into the daily life and cultural richness of the royal household during the Victorian era. Bhai Ram Singh, an Indian servant, is seen meticulously arranging a display of intricately designed Indian textiles and artifacts on a long, ornate table. The room, adorned with vibrant Indian motifs and rich colors, reflects the deep connection between the British monarchy and the Indian subcontinent during this period. The Durbar Room, where this scene unfolds, was a significant space within Osborne House, serving as a venue for grand receptions and formal gatherings. The room's decorative scheme, inspired by Indian architecture and design, is a testament to the royal family's fascination with the exotic and the oriental. Bhai Ram Singh's presence in this room underscores the multicultural nature of the household, which was staffed by individuals from various parts of the British Empire. The photograph offers a glimpse into the lives of these individuals, whose contributions were essential to the daily functioning of the royal household and the larger British colonial enterprise. This photograph, with its intriguing subject matter and historical significance, invites us to reflect on the complex and multifaceted relationships between the British monarchy, India, and the Victorian era. It serves as a poignant reminder of the rich cultural exchanges that shaped this period in history.
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