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Marquis of Wellesleys Boatman, India
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Marquis of Wellesleys Boatman, India
The Dandy or Boatman of the Marquis of Wellesley (Richard Colley Wesley, later Wellesley, 1st Marquess Wellesley - 1760-1842), in his livery, depicted in front of the State Yacht, the Soonamooky, and its attendant Pheel-Cherrah or Light Barge. (Plate 12 of 20). Date: 1813
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This image, Plate 12 of 20 from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a remarkable moment in the life of the Marquis of Wellesley, Richard Colley Wesley (later Wellesley, 1st Marquess Wellesley), in India during the Regency era, dated 1813. The Marquis, dressed in his European uniform and adorned with the trappings of colonial power, stands proudly before his state yacht, the Soonamooky, and its attendant Pheel-Cherrah or light barge. The Marquis of Wellesley, a British statesman and military leader, served as the Governor-General of India from 1798 to 1805, during which time he implemented significant political and administrative reforms. In this photograph, he embodies the opulence and grandeur of the British colonial lifestyle abroad. His elegant attire, complete with a sash and medals, contrasts starkly against the backdrop of the Indian landscape and the traditional Indian boatman, dressed in simple clothing, who attends to the yacht. The Soonamooky, a symbol of British power and wealth, is anchored in the calm waters, its sails furled and its elegant lines accentuated by the reflection of the sun on the water. The Pheel-Cherrah, a smaller boat, is tethered alongside, ready to ferry passengers to and from the yacht. The scene is one of social and political power, with the Marquis at the helm, surrounded by the trappings of his wealth and status. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the lifestyle of the British colonial elite during the Regency era in India, a time of significant political and cultural exchange between Europe and the Indian subcontinent.
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