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John Edward Sache (active 1864-1880s)
Jasmine Tower of the Zenana, Agra 1876
Albumen print | 27.2 x 20.4 cm (image) | RCIN 2702027
John Edward Sache (active 1864-1880s)
Jasmine Tower of the Zenana, Agra 1876
John Edward Sache (active 1864-1880s)
Jasmine Tower of the Zenana, Agra 1876
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Photograph of the tower which seems to be octagonal. Main part of photograph is occupied by a colonnaded balcony. The balcony has a fretwork wall, and a canopy above. Foliage scrolling decorates the top of the columns. This is properly known as the Musamman Burj also known as the Saman Burj or the Shah-burj, standing close to the Shah Jahan's private hall Diwan-e-Khas in Agra Fort.
Provenance
Album presented to King Edward VII when Prince of Wales by Lady Katherine Strachey, wife of the Governor of the North West Provinces, India
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
27.2 x 20.4 cm (image)
39.8 x 30.5 cm (page dimensions)
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Alternative title(s)
Jasmine Tower of the Zenana: Albert Edward, PoW. Souvenir of Agra, January 1876
