East India Company Collection (page 3)

Sir David Ochterlony and the Ghoorka Messenger, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Sir David Ochterlony and the Ghoorka Messenger, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

View of the Fort of Bushire, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of the Fort of Bushire, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Plan of the Battle of Meanee, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Plan of the Battle of Meanee, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

The Surrender of Moolraj, c1891. Creator: James Grant
The Surrender of Moolraj, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Portrait of Lord Ellenborough, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Portrait of Lord Ellenborough, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Portrait of Lady Sale, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Portrait of Lady Sale, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Portrait of Sir Herbert Edwardes, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Portrait of Sir Herbert Edwardes, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Portrait of Sir James Outram, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Portrait of Sir James Outram, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Plan of Lucknow, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Plan of Lucknow, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Plan of the Battle of Sobraon, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Plan of the Battle of Sobraon, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

The Battle of Ferozeshah, c1891. Creator: James Grant
The Battle of Ferozeshah, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Plan of the Attack on Sholapore, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Plan of the Attack on Sholapore, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Scene at the Relief of Lucknow, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Scene at the Relief of Lucknow, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Portrait of Sir Charles Napier, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Portrait of Sir Charles Napier, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Plan of British Positions at the First Attack on Koreigaum, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Plan of British Positions at the First Attack on Koreigaum, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant

Arrival of Major Lawrence at Collady, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Arrival of Major Lawrence at Collady, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

East India Companys Ships Leaving Woolwich, c1891. Creator: James Grant
East India Companys Ships Leaving Woolwich, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

General Goddard Entering Surat, c1891. Creator: James Grant
General Goddard Entering Surat, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Duel Between Warren Hastings and Francis, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Duel Between Warren Hastings and Francis, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Sir Eyre Coote, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Sir Eyre Coote, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Sir David Ochterlony, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Sir David Ochterlony, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Plan of the Battle of Laswaree, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Plan of the Battle of Laswaree, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Plan of the Battle of Assaye, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Plan of the Battle of Assaye, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Warren Hastings, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Warren Hastings, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Arrest of Lord Pigot, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Arrest of Lord Pigot, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Fletchers Defence of the Redoubt at Tanjore, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Fletchers Defence of the Redoubt at Tanjore, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Lord Teignmouth, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Lord Teignmouth, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Hyder Ali, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Hyder Ali, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

View of Manilla, c1891. Creator: James Grant
View of Manilla, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Clive Departing from India, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Clive Departing from India, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Aire Leading the Attack at Bangalore, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Aire Leading the Attack at Bangalore, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Lord Cornwallis, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Lord Cornwallis, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

The Old East India House, c1891. Creator: James Grant
The Old East India House, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Warren Hastings Reviewing Pearses Column, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Warren Hastings Reviewing Pearses Column, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. I.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

The Great Mughal, entering the English camp, 1764 (engraving)
3784439 The Great Mughal, entering the English camp, 1764 (engraving); (add.info.: Shah Alam II, the Great Mughal, sovereign of Hindustan, entering the English camp, 1764)

Shah Allum reviewing the East India Company troops, 18th century (engraving)
3781583 Shah Allum reviewing the East India Company troops, 18th century (engraving); (add.info.: Shah Allum, mogul of Hindostan, reviewing the East India Companys troops)

Sir James Outram and Sir Henry Havelock meeting Frederick Sleigh Roberts after the relief of Lucknow, Indian Mutiny
6030877 Sir James Outram and Sir Henry Havelock meeting Frederick Sleigh Roberts after the relief of Lucknow, Indian Mutiny, 17 November 1857 (photogravure) by Begg

A Syce (Groom) Holding Two Carriage Horses, c. 1845 (opaque w / c on paper)
5973424 A Syce (Groom) Holding Two Carriage Horses, c.1845 (opaque w/c on paper) by Shaik Muhammad Amir of Karraya (fl.1830-50) (attr. to); 30.5x50.8 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA

The 74th Charged by the Maratha Cavalry, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell
IL323224 The 74th Charged by the Maratha Cavalry, illustration from British Battles on Land and Sea, published by Cassell, London, c.1910 (litho) by Stott, W.R.S

An English Gig, c. 1840 (opaque w / c on burnished paper)
5973727 An English Gig, c.1840 (opaque w/c on burnished paper) by Shaik Muhammad Amir of Karraya (fl.1830-50) (attr. to); 25.3x38.2 cm; Arthur M

Anwaruddin Muhammed Khan at the Battle of Ambur, 1881 (engraving)
3789486 Anwaruddin Muhammed Khan at the Battle of Ambur, 1881 (engraving); (add.info.: Death of Anwaruddin Muhammed Khan, Nawab of the Carnatic)

The Honourable [East India] Companys ship Bessborough in three positions in the Channel with her decks crowded with
5615566 The Honourable [East India] Companys ship Bessborough in three positions in the Channel with her decks crowded with people (oil on canvas) by Elliott, William (fl.1784-1791) (attr)

Five Recruits: Ummee Chund, Indur, Goolzaree, Bukhtawur and Juhaz, c. 1815-16 (opaque w / c on paper)
5973724 Five Recruits: Ummee Chund, Indur, Goolzaree, Bukhtawur and Juhaz, c.1815-16 (opaque w/c on paper) by Khan, Ghulam Ali (fl.1820s) (family of) (attr)

The Great Mughal, entering the English camp, 1764 (engraving)
3787097 The Great Mughal, entering the English camp, 1764 (engraving); (add.info.: Shah Alam II, the Great Mughal, sovereign of Hindustan, entering the English camp, 1764)

Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive
3782429 Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive by Chesterton, Gilbert Keith (1874-1936); (add.info.: Robert Clive, 1st Baron Clive, by Gilbert Keith Chesterton)

Carlo the Great, Running Away with the East Indes, published June 1806

Lord Hastings (1732-1818) Governor of India, 1780s (oil on canvas)
XIR19809 Lord Hastings (1732-1818) Governor of India, 1780s (oil on canvas) by Gainsborough, Thomas (1727-88); Museu de Arte, Sao Paulo

Nguni or Bantu (Kaffir) warrior hunting antelope with spears 55, forsaking a woman drowning in a river 56
6337777 Nguni or Bantu (Kaffir) warrior hunting antelope with spears 55, forsaking a woman drowning in a river 56, and worshipping an anchor from an East India ship 57 by English School

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The East India Company, established by an Act of Parliament in 1698, was a prominent English trade charter that played a significant role in shaping the history of India. This powerful company facilitated British colonialism and exerted its influence over various aspects of Indian society. One captivating image depicts Colonel Mordaunt engrossed in a cockfight at Lucknow in 1790. The painting by Johan Zoffany captures the fascination with local customs and entertainment that colonizers experienced during their time in India. However, not all encounters were as lighthearted. Another hint showcases a merchant ship under attack by Chinese pirates, highlighting the dangers faced by those involved in maritime trade during this era. John Wood's depiction of his arrival at Bombay around 1850 provides insight into the bustling trading hub that had developed under the East India Company's control. It illustrates how British merchants sought to exploit Indian resources for economic gain. The Battle of Assaye is another pivotal moment depicted on an illustration from Cassell's publication. This battle marked one of many conflicts between the East India Company and indigenous rulers as they vied for power and control over territories. An intricately detailed copperplate achievement from the 17th century celebrates the success and wealth amassed by East India Merchants through their association with this influential company. Thomas Luny's artwork portrays the majestic "East India Company's Packet Swallow" sailing across turbulent waters, symbolizing both adventure and risk inherent to overseas trade routes controlled by this formidable entity. Perhaps one of its most infamous victories was captured in an unknown artist's rendition titled "The Battle of Plassey" (1757). This clash secured British dominance over Bengal and laid foundations for further expansion throughout South Asia. A glimpse into daily life reveals an English grandee riding amidst an Indian procession between 1825-1830. Such scenes demonstrate how members of high-ranking positions within the company immersed themselves within Indian culture while maintaining their British identity.