Indian street vendor with pictures of George V and Mary
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Indian street vendor with pictures of George V and Mary
An Indian street vendor in Delhi with pictures of King George V and Queen Mary at the time of their visit to India and Nepal for the Coronation Durbar
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Coronation Delhi Durbar Nepal Pictures Selling Trader Vendor
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, an Indian street vendor in Delhi showcases his wares, which include intricately designed postcards and prints of King George V and Queen Mary during their historic visit to India and Nepal for the Coronation Durbar in 1911. The royal couple's visit was a significant event in Indian history, marking the formal coronation of King George V as Emperor of India. The Coronation Durbar was held in Delhi's Red Fort, where the monarch was formally proclaimed as the Emperor of India, signifying the British Raj's continued dominance over the Indian subcontinent. The event was a grand spectacle, attended by thousands of people, including Indian rulers, British officials, and commoners. The vendor's display of the King and Queen's images is a testament to the widespread popularity and influence of the British monarchy in India during that era. The pictures serve as a reminder of the historical significance of the Coronation Durbar and the role of the British Raj in Indian history. The vendor's trade in these images also highlights the vibrant street culture of Delhi and the importance of visual imagery in documenting and preserving history. The photograph itself is a valuable historical artifact, capturing a moment in time when the past and the present intersected in a bustling Indian marketplace. The image of the Indian street vendor selling the pictures of King George V and Queen Mary is a poignant reminder of the complex and intricate relationship between India and the British monarchy during the colonial era. The photograph is a testament to the enduring power of visual imagery in shaping our understanding of history and the world around us.
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