Theebaw Collection

King Theebaw of Burma's Pagoda, Mandalay
A view of the pagoda of King Theebaw Min (also Thibaw or Thebaw) of Burma, during the British military expedition there. Theebaw was the last king of Burma

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 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

Thibaws state barge, Irrawaddy River, Mandalay, Myanmar
King Thibaws state barge moored on the Irrawaddy River, Mandalay, Myanmar. Date: circa 1910s

Theebaw of Burma
THEEBAW (THIBAW) King Theebaw of Burma with his evil Queen Supayalat (centre) and her sister. Defeated in third Burmese War. Date: 1858 - 1916

The Expedition to Upper Burma: Transfer of the Captive King Theebaw from the Steamer " thooreah" to the Troopship " clive" at Rangoon, Dec. 6, 1886

The Expedition to Upper Burma: King Theebaw and his Two Queens in the Palace at Mandalay, 1886

The Expedition to Upper Burma, 1886: Ex-King Theebaw being Removed from his Palace at Mandalay to the British Ships

THIRD BURMESE WAR, 1885. The Burma Expedition and deposition of King Theebaw by General Harry Prendergast of the British army at the end of the Third Burmese War. Wood engraving, English, 1885

THEEBAW (1858 -1916)
THEEBAW (THIBAW) Last King of Burma deposed by the British Viceroy of India, Dufferin, in 1885. Date: 1858 - 1916

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"Theebaw: The Last King of Burma's Majestic Legacy" Step into the enchanting world of King Theebaw, the last monarch to rule over Burma. From his opulent palace in Mandalay to his grand pagoda, immerse yourself in the rich history and captivating tales of this fascinating ruler. In 1886, during the Expedition to Upper Burma, a rare glimpse was captured of King Theebaw alongside his two queens within the walls of his magnificent palace. This historic moment frozen in time by an unknown artist transports us back to a bygone era filled with regal splendor. The School of King Thibaw stands as a testament to his commitment towards education and enlightenment. In this snapshot from 1908, taken by Stereo Travel Co. , we witness young minds being nurtured under the watchful eye of their sovereign. Dressed resplendently in full court attire, King Thibaw exudes power and authority in another photograph dating back to c1900. His majestic presence commands attention as he upholds centuries-old traditions amidst changing times. Even foreign dignitaries were captivated by Theebaw's allure. In 1906, Prince and Princess Wales graced his palace with their visit, leaving behind an artistic depiction crafted skillfully by Samuel Begg that immortalizes this royal encounter for generations to come. The beauty and grandeur extended beyond land boundaries as well. Thibaws state barge sailed gracefully along Irrawaddy River—a symbol of both luxury and sovereignty—reflecting upon Myanmar's rich maritime heritage. However, not all chapters end on a joyous note. With General Harry Prendergast leading the British army during the Third Burmese War in 1885 came a turning point for Theebaw's reign. Depicted through wood engravings from that era, we witness him being removed from power against his will—an event that marked the end of an era.