Nripendra Narayan, Maharaja of Koch Bihar (1862-1911) c.1887

Albumen print | 13.9 x 9.4 cm (whole object) | RCIN 2915352

Description

Photograph of Nripendra Narayan, Maharaja of Koch Bihar; bust length, facing front, wearing a turban and orders around neck.

The Maharaja was received by Queen Victoria in 1887 when he was in London attending her Golden Jubilee celebrations. He wears two images of Queen Victoria around his neck: the badge of the Order of the Indian Empire and the Empress of India (?) medal.
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Search the collection Nripendra Narayan, Maharaja of Cooch Bihar (1862-1911)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

Measurements

13.9 x 9.4 cm (whole object)
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Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
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Alternative title(s)

Portraits of Rulers

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