DESCRIPTION
This is a vintage photograph of Lahore Gate, the western gate of the Red Fort or Lal Qila in Delhi. The gate was named Lahore Gate as it led to the city of Lahore, present day Pakistan. It is one of the two main gates of the fort, the second being the Delhi Gate.
The Red Fort originally named Qila-i-Mubarak, which means 'Blessed Fort' was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan after he shifted his capital from Agra to Delhi. The structure was constructed over a period of 8 years starting from 1638. It was designed by Ustad Ahmad Lahori, who is also credited for the construction of the Taj Mahal. The fort displays a blend of Islamic, Persian, Timurid, and Hindu architectural styles. The gateway of the fort consists of three stories, each decorated with arched panels which are flanked by semi-octagonal towers crowned by two open octagonal pavilions.
The fort has housed many Mughal Emperors, including Aurangzeb, Jahandar Shah, Muhammad Shah, and Bahadur Shah II.
Since 1947 the national flag has been raised every year on Independence Day. The iconic structure was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007. It is one of the most visited tourist spots in Delhi and is managed by the Archeological Survey of India.
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Artist Name
Samuel Bourne
Width Range
Less than 610 mm - 24 inches,610 mm - 24 inches to 1220 mm - 48 inches
Height Range
Less than 610 mm - 24 inches
Medium
Archival Paper
Edition
Open Edition
About the Artist
Samuel Bourne (1834 - 1912)
Samuel Bourne was a British photographer known for his prolific seven years of work in India, from 1863 to 1870. Bourne was the first ever photographer to photograph the source of the Ganges during his expedition to the Himalayas. He captured some of the earliest images of the region. Bourne founded "Howard & Bourne" , a studio in Shimla in partnership with photographer William Howard. In 1864 they were joined by Charles Shepherd to form ?Howard, Bourne & Shepherd?. After the departure of Howard in 1866 it became "Bourne & Shepherd" which became a premium photographic studio in India. In 1870 Bourne sold off his shares in the studio and went back to England. The studio was perhaps the world?s oldest photographic business and operated until June 2016.
Specifications
● High-quality reproduction of vintage photographs
● Printed on enhanced matte archival paper with archival inks
● Superior quality frames
● Sturdy rear panel made from special board
● Hangers included for easy installation
Provenance
From the Prshant Lahoti Collection, part of Kalakriti Archives, Hyderabad. A private archive comprising of collection of historical maps, photographs, and popular prints of Indian Sub-continent.
Framing
With Framing
Year
1865 c.
