Lucknow. Residence
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Curatorial Overview

The Residence, several buildings that housed and served colonial officials, was put under siege during the Indian Rebellion of 1857 against the British East India Company. The British regained control in 1858 but left the ruins as a memorial to their fallen compatriots.

Object Details

Dimensions20.6 × 26.7 cm
Credit LinePurchase from the Karl B. Goldfield Trust
Curatorial Affinity Stream

Continuing the Universe of Photoglob Co. (Zurich, active c. 1890–1910)

Photography • India, 19th century • Harmonious Works & Contemporaries