J Burlington Collection

A bazaar in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J. Burlington Smith, published by Hood & Co

A food market in Darjeeling, West Bengal, India, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J. Burlington Smith, published by Hood & Co

A Nepalese woman with her child, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J. Burlington Smith, published by Hood & Co. Ltd (Middlesbrough, c1910)

Thubten Gyatso (1876-1933), the 13th Dalai Lama of Tibet, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J. Burlington Smith, published by Hood & Co

Two Sikkimese men, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J. Burlington Smith, published by Hood & Co. Ltd (Middlesbrough, c1910)

A Tibetan woman, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J. Burlington Smith, published by Hood & Co. Ltd (Middlesbrough, c1910)

A labourer carrying tea, Darjeeling, West Bengal, India, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J. Burlington Smith, published by Hood & Co

A native of Darjeeling, West Bengal, India, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J. Burlington Smith, published by Hood & Co

A Bhutia woman, c1910. The Bhutias are people of Tibetan origin who migrated to Sikkim and other parts of India and Bhutan some time after the 15th century

A portrait of Lepchas, West Bengal, India, c1910. The Lepcha are the aboriginal inhabitants of present day Sikkim. Many Lepcha are also found in western and southwestern Bhutan

Tibetan mendicants, c1910. The term mendicant refers to begging or relying on charitable donations, and is most widely used for religious followers or ascetics who rely exclusively on charity to

A single loop in the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, India, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J. Burlington Smith, published by Hood & Co

The Snow Range and Darjeeling from above St Pauls School, West Bengal, India, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J

Last Rays of Light on Kinchenjunga, c1910. Plate taken from Views of Darjeeling with Typical Native Portraits and Groups by J. Burlington Smith, published by Hood & Co. Ltd (Middlesbrough, c1910)

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"J Burlington: A Glimpse into the Vibrant Tapestry of Darjeeling, India (c1910)" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the bustling bazaars of Darjeeling, West Bengal. Explore a world where vibrant colors and exotic aromas fill the air as you wander through a lively food market that teems with life. Witness the beauty of a Nepalese woman cradling her child, radiating love and strength. In this captivating era, encounter Thubten Gyatso, the 13th Dalai Lama of Tibet, whose wisdom and grace captivated all who met him. Marvel at two Sikkimese men exuding pride in their heritage while embracing modernity. Admire the resilience of a Tibetan woman who embodies both elegance and fortitude. Witnessing laborers carrying tea on their backs reminds us of the hard work behind every cup we savor today. Meet natives from Darjeeling whose warm smiles reflect their deep connection to this enchanting land. Encounter a Bhutia woman adorned in traditional attire, representing centuries-old customs passed down through generations. Delve further into this mesmerizing tapestry as you gaze upon Lepchas captured forever in an exquisite portrait - each line etched with stories untold. Observe Tibetan mendicants wandering peacefully amidst breathtaking landscapes that stretch beyond imagination. Finally, marvel at the engineering marvels like the single loop in Darjeeling Himalayan Railway—a testament to human ingenuity against nature's challenges—connecting communities across these majestic mountains. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate J Burlington's remarkable collection capturing moments frozen forever from early 20th-century Darjeeling—an ode to its people's diversity, resilience, and rich cultural heritage.