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The Delhi Durbar, 1903
The Delhi Durbar, 1903. The Delhi Durbar, meaning, Court of Delhi, was a mass assembly at Delhi, India to commemorate the coronation of a King and Queen of England which took place three times between 1877 to 1911 at the height of the British Empire. In 1903 it was held to commemorate the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra as Emperor and Empress of India. An illustration from Le Petit Journal, 18th January 1903
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The Delhi Durbar, 1903 - A Vibrant Celebration of Colonial Power and Indian Tradition
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. This print captures the essence of "The Delhi Durbar, 1903" a grand assembly held in Delhi, India to commemorate the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra as Emperor and Empress of India. The image, originally published in Le Petit Journal on January 18th, 1903, showcases the magnificence and cultural richness witnessed during this significant event. In this colorful illustration, one can witness a bustling street filled with people from all walks of life. Men and women dressed in traditional attire gather together to witness the procession that symbolizes British colonial power intertwined with Indian customs. Majestic elephants adorned with ornate howdahs carry dignitaries through the crowded lane while horses elegantly trot alongside them. The vibrant colors used in this art media print bring to life not only the joyous atmosphere but also highlight the diversity present within this gathering. It is a testament to both community spirit and British imperial dominance over Hindoostan (India). As spectators line up along the road, eagerly awaiting their glimpse of royalty passing by on horseback or elephant-back, one cannot help but be captivated by the sheer scale and spectacle of this royal event. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of an era when colonialism was at its height - where cultures collided yet coexisted within these mass assemblies. "The Delhi Durbar" stands as an iconic representation of
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