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Telegraph Office, Calcutta, c1900. Artist: Johnston & Hoffmann
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Telegraph Office, Calcutta, c1900. Artist: Johnston & Hoffmann
Telegraph Office, Calcutta, c1900. The Central Telegraph Office established in 1876 by Lord Dalhousie (1812-1860), then Governor General of India sponsored the first telegraph services in India in c1850. In 1870 the first telegraph office connecting Britain and Calcutta opened. [Thacker, Spink & Co. Calcutta, c1900]
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Calcutta Italianate Kolkata Lord Square Telecommunication Telecommunications Telegraph Telegraph Office West Bengal Dalhousie Dalhousie Square Hindoostan James Broun Ramsay Lord Dalhousie
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This print captures the Telegraph Office in Calcutta, circa 1900. The artist duo Johnston & Hoffmann skillfully portrays the exterior of this significant establishment that played a pivotal role in shaping India's communication landscape. Established by Lord Dalhousie, then Governor General of India, in 1876, this Central Telegraph Office sponsored the country's first telegraph services around 1850. The image showcases a bustling street scene surrounding the office, giving us a glimpse into the vibrant atmosphere of Calcutta during that era. The Italianate architecture of the building adds an elegant touch to its surroundings. This photograph is not just a visual representation but also serves as a historical testament to technological advancements and colonial influences on Indian soil. Located at Dalhousie Square in Kolkata (formerly known as Calcutta), West Bengal, this iconic structure symbolizes progress and connectivity for both locals and foreigners alike. It stands as a reminder of how telecommunication transformed societies across borders. Preserved through time by Thacker, Spink & Co. , this print offers viewers an opportunity to explore early 20th-century India through monochrome lenses. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork from The Print Collector collection, we are transported back to an era where innovation met tradition on the streets of Hindoostan.
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