King Theebaw Collection

The Expedition to Upper Burma--King Theebaw and his two Queens in the Palace at Mandalay, 1886. Creator: Unknown
The Expedition to Upper Burma--King Theebaw and his two Queens in the Palace at Mandalay, 1886. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

The sacred hairy family of Burmah (engraving)
5223891 The sacred hairy family of Burmah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The sacred hairy family of Burmah)

The Burmah Expedition, Departure of King Theebaw from Mandalay (engraving)
1623135 The Burmah Expedition, Departure of King Theebaw from Mandalay (engraving) by Overend, William Heysham (1851-98) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burmah Expedition)

King Theebaw and his wives (engraving)
965065 King Theebaw and his wives (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Theebaw and his wives)

The Difficulty with Burmah (engraving)
1614309 The Difficulty with Burmah (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Difficulty with Burmah)

The Burmah Expedition, Deposition of King Theebaw, General Prendergast gives him Ten Minutes Grace (engraving)
1623109 The Burmah Expedition, Deposition of King Theebaw, General Prendergast gives him Ten Minutes Grace (engraving) by Prior

The Expedition to Burmah (engraving)
1623057 The Expedition to Burmah (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Expedition to Burmah)

The Expedition to Upper Burma, King Theebaw and his Two Queens (engraving)
1061762 The Expedition to Upper Burma, King Theebaw and his Two Queens (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Expedition to Upper Burma)

Burmah, Views in Mandalay (engraving)
1045218 Burmah, Views in Mandalay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Burmah, Views in Mandalay)

The Expedition to Upper Burmah (engraving)
1623083 The Expedition to Upper Burmah (engraving) by Wilson, Thomas Harrington (fl.1842-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Expedition to Upper Burmah)

The Burmah Expedition, Arrival of King Theebaw at Prome (engraving)
1623073 The Burmah Expedition, Arrival of King Theebaw at Prome (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burmah Expedition)

The Hidden Treasure at Mandalay, Burmah (b / w photo)
1604701 The Hidden Treasure at Mandalay, Burmah (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hidden Treasure at Mandalay, Burmah)

The School of King Thibaw in the Fort, Mandalay, Burma, 1908. Artist: Stereo Travel Co
The School of King Thibaw in the Fort, Mandalay, Burma, 1908. Stereoscopic card. Detail

King Thibaw of Burma in full court dress, c1900, (c1920). A portrait of King Thibaw (1858-1916), the last king of Burma (now Myanmar)

The Prince and Princess of Wales in King Theebaws palace, Mandalay, Burma, 1906. Artist: Samuel Begg
The Prince and Princess of Wales in King Theebaws palace, Mandalay, Burma, 1906. The future King George V and Queen Mary visit King Theebaws palace

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"King Theebaw: The Last Monarch of Burma's Enigmatic Reign" Step into the captivating world of King Theebaw, the enigmatic ruler who witnessed the rise and fall of an empire. In 1886, during the Expedition to Upper Burma, a remarkable image emerged - King Theebaw and his two Queens graced the opulent palace in Mandalay. This unknown creator captured a moment frozen in time. The sacred hairy family of Burmah held an air of mystique as depicted in an exquisite engraving. Their presence symbolized power and tradition that resonated throughout their kingdom. As we delve deeper into history, another engraving reveals the departure from Mandalay during the Burmah Expedition – a pivotal event that would shape his destiny forever. King Theebaw's life was intertwined with his wives, portrayed elegantly in yet another enchanting engraving. Together they faced challenges head-on, as shown by "The Difficulty with Burmah. " These images depict not only their strength but also their resilience amidst adversity. General Prendergast played a crucial role during this turbulent period when he gave King Theebaw ten minutes grace before his deposition. Witness this dramatic moment through an evocative engraving from "The Burmah Expedition. " "The Expedition to Upper Burma" offers us glimpses into both grandeur and vulnerability as we witness King Theebaw alongside his two Queens once again. Views in Mandalay further immerse us within its rich culture and architectural wonders. As our journey unfolds, we encounter more striking engravings showcasing various aspects of "The Expedition to Upper Burmah. " From arrival at Prome to hidden treasures at Mandalay – each image unravels layers upon layers of intrigue surrounding this last monarch. Though time may have obscured some details about King Theebaw's reign, these visual remnants serve as windows into a forgotten era. Join us on this captivating exploration of a king whose legacy continues to intrigue and fascinate.