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1922 Rotogravure Victoria Memorial Hall Building Kolkata India Soldiers Fakir

1922 Rotogravure Victoria Memorial Hall Building Kolkata India Soldiers Fakir

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This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of the memorial of Queen Victoria in Calcutta (Kolkata), India, soldiers donned in ancient chain armor uniforms, and a man doing his daily penance. The caption for the warriors writes, "An interesting episode of the visit of the Prince of Jodhpur, India, was the appearance on the processional route of soldiers of native Princes who had donned for the occasion uniforms of chain armor dating from the time of Mogul domination."

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

  • Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia
  • Grade: Very Fine ++
  • Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 15 inches; 25 x 38 cm
  • Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
  • Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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