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Shah Allum reviewing the East India Company troops, 18th century (engraving)
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Shah Allum reviewing the East India Company troops, 18th century (engraving)
3781583 Shah Allum reviewing the East India Company troops, 18th century (engraving); (add.info.: Shah Allum, mogul of Hindostan, reviewing the East India Companys troops. Engraving from a painting by Tilly Kettle, 1781.); Lebrecht History
Media ID 25191288
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Classical Period East India Company Eighteenth Hindostan Hookah Moghul Moghul Dynasty Moghul Empire Mogul Mughal Mughal Dynasty Mughal Empire Mughals Nargileh New World Shah Shisha Smoking Addiction Tobacco Tobacco Packet Traders Waterpipe Ethnography Inida
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The captivating engraving of "Shah Allum reviewing the East India Company troops, 18th century" transports us back to a significant moment in history. The image depicts Shah Allum, the powerful mogul of Hindostan, observing and inspecting the troops of the East India Company. Created by Tilly Kettle in 1781, this engraving beautifully captures the grandeur and complexity of this era. Intriguingly, this artwork offers a glimpse into both cultural exchange and colonial power dynamics. The British soldiers stand tall and uniformed while being observed by Shah Allum with his regal presence. This scene symbolizes the collision between two worlds: that of an ancient Indian civilization and an emerging European empire. Notably, amidst all these historical intricacies lies a subtle detail - Shah Allum is seen holding a hookah or waterpipe, indulging in tobacco smoking. This small element adds depth to our understanding of not only his character but also sheds light on prevalent habits during that time period. Through this print from Fine Art Finder's collection, we are transported to early 18th-century India - witnessing moments that shaped history itself. It serves as a reminder of how art can capture pivotal events while offering insights into cultures long past.
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