DESCRIPTION
The Srirangapatna Fort was first built in 1454 in Indo-Islamic style of architecture. Since then the fort has seen many changes and renovations which came with the change in the reigns. It eventually came under Tipu Sultan.
During his rule major changes were made to the fort. This fort is spread over 240 acres of land and is said to have had around 1500 houses and inhabited close to 6000 people and was well equipped with drainage and piping system.
The fort was developed as a prime defense base for Tipu Sultan and his army where they had launched an attack against the British Army. Later in 1799, the British Army had defeated Tipu Sultan and he was killed in the fort itself.
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Artist Name
Unknown photographer
Medium
Archival Paper
Edition
Open Edition
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
1880 c.
