Offered is a set of three original, period press photographs, each clearly labeled, documenting scenes from the historic Delhi Durbar of 1911. These images capture moments from the grand imperial gathering that officially proclaimed George V and Queen Mary as Emperor and Empress of India.
Held on December 12, 1911, as part of a week-long celebration in Delhi, the Delhi Durbar stands as a singular event in British imperial history. It was the only Durbar ever attended by a reigning British sovereign, during which Indian princes, nobles, and dignitaries gathered to offer formal homage in elaborate ceremonial displays at Coronation Park.
During the central ceremony, King George V wore the specially created Imperial Crown of India, while Queen Mary appeared in a purpose-made tiara. The proclamation was formally read, followed by the presentation of homage from Indian rulers, reinforcing British imperial authority and the legitimacy of the British Raj. The Durbar also marked major administrative announcements, including the transfer of the capital from Calcutta to Delhi and the reorganization of Bengal.
These original press photographs are powerful visual records of a pivotal moment in colonial history, offering firsthand documentation of imperial pageantry, political authority, and Indo-British relations at the height of the Empire.
A compelling acquisition for photography collectors, historians, and students of British or Indian imperial history, these images represent an increasingly scarce and important visual archive from the early 20th century.
+$5 for shipping to the lower 48 states
Offered is a set of three original, period press photographs, each clearly labeled, documenting scenes from the historic Delhi Durbar of 1911. These images capture moments from the grand imperial gathering that officially proclaimed George V and Queen Mary as Emperor and Empress of India.
Held on December 12, 1911, as part of a week-long celebration in Delhi, the Delhi Durbar stands as a singular event in British imperial history. It was the only Durbar ever attended by a reigning British sovereign, during which Indian princes, nobles, and dignitaries gathered to offer formal homage in elaborate ceremonial displays at Coronation Park.
During the central ceremony, King George V wore the specially created Imperial Crown of India, while Queen Mary appeared in a purpose-made tiara. The proclamation was formally read, followed by the presentation of homage from Indian rulers, reinforcing British imperial authority and the legitimacy of the British Raj. The Durbar also marked major administrative announcements, including the transfer of the capital from Calcutta to Delhi and the reorganization of Bengal.
These original press photographs are powerful visual records of a pivotal moment in colonial history, offering firsthand documentation of imperial pageantry, political authority, and Indo-British relations at the height of the Empire.
A compelling acquisition for photography collectors, historians, and students of British or Indian imperial history, these images represent an increasingly scarce and important visual archive from the early 20th century.
+$5 for shipping to the lower 48 states