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Description
John Charlton was a renowned military artist known for his many memorable and vibrant battle scene paintings.
These chromolithographs of the officers of the Indian army in ceremonial uniform were created from sketches made by John Charltonfor the Royal Diamond Jubilee Pictures on the occasion of Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. They were published for special sale in connection with the Diamond Jubilee.
The Indian Army or the British Indian Army was mainly made up of the native Indians who worked under the command of the British and at times European soldiers and commanders. Several units were raised by the British East India Company to work in the service of the native rulers and also to manage the defenses of the Presidency towns. After the First Indian uprising or the Indian mutiny of 1857; these units came under the administration of the British Crown with Queen Victoria as Empress of India.
About Soldiers of the British Indian Army
"Soldiers of the British Indian Army" is a collection brought together by Hindoostan Revisited.
The collection is a glimpse into the India of the past or Hindoostan as it was then known.
It is a collection of cultural and historical curiosities of India on paper - the early lithographs, engravings, etchings, aquatints, woodcuts and illustrations on Indian subjects; which are collectively known as prints.
These prints, were made on all aspects of Indian life whether native or European, they depicted the landscapes, historical events, monuments and areas which existed when they were made. These pictures also documented the trades and crafts practiced, the social customs and costumes as well as personages. The natural history of India was carefully researched and documented as well.
The prints are rare and unique collectibles appreciated for their artistic quality and inherent value.
These objets d'art are also used as decor for homes and offices.
The Hindoostan Revisited collection has been curated for those who are interested in the art, history and culture of a bygone era.