Mouse Mat : High-ranking Indians: rajah on horseback and a seated nabob
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High-ranking Indians: rajah on horseback and a seated nabob
High-ranking Indians: rajah on horseback and a seated nabob.. Handcolored lithograph from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsches Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, Meissen, circa 1835-1840
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Anthropology Completegalleryofpeoplesintruepictures Ethnography Friedrichwilhelmgoedsche Rajah Servants Turban Nabob
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This handcolored lithograph, titled 'High-ranking Indians: Rajah on Horseback and a Seated Nabob,' is an exquisite example of ethnographic documentation from Friedrich Wilhelm Goedsche's Complete Gallery of Peoples in True Pictures, published in Meissen around 1835-1840. The image offers a glimpse into the grandeur and richness of Indian culture during the colonial era. In the foreground, a Rajah, a high-ranking ruler, is depicted on horseback, dressed in a magnificent turban adorned with precious stones and intricate embroidery, a long flowing robe, and a sword at his side. His servants, dressed in colorful attire, accompany him, one leading his horse and another holding an umbrella to shield him from the sun. In the background, a Nabob, another high-ranking Indian official, is seated on a raised platform, surrounded by his own retinue of servants. He is dressed in a long robe, a turban, and a shawl draped over his shoulders. The Nabob's throne is adorned with intricate carvings and gold decorations, reflecting the wealth and power of the Indian elite during this period. The attention to detail in this lithograph is remarkable, from the intricate patterns on the Rajah's turban to the various textures of the fabrics worn by the figures. The image not only captures the visual splendor of Indian culture but also offers a window into the customs, costumes, and history of a time long past. This lithograph is a testament to the rich ethnographic and anthropological value of such documentation, providing valuable insights into the lives of people and cultures that have shaped the world we live in today.
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