Maharaja at the Delhi Durbar by bmac62
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The date was January 1, 1903. The Delhi Durbar of that year was an extravaganza second to none. The location was on a wide-open plain just outside Delhi, India. The purpose was to celebrate the succession of Britain's King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra as Emperor and Empress of India. No cost was spared.
Maharajas from all over India rode in the grand opening parade on elephants. It was the first time many of them had ever met each other. Numerous colorful units from the Indian Army marched. Countless bands played stirring military marches. Temporary train tracks were installed to bring thousands of Delhi residents to the scene of the festivities.
Above we see one of the maharajas passing by the reviewing stand. The only side note is that this parade is made up of hand-made, hand-painted tin soldiers, civilians and their elephants, camels, horses, etc.
We have a friend in Texas who sets up his recreation of the Durbar every year over the Christmas holidays. Last year we took our cameras along. Next year I have some better ideas for getting more of the show:)
Comments (18)
kenmo
Cool shot...
durleybeachbum
Beats a Christmas tree hands down!
jayfar
A wonderful creation Bill.
jendellas
How amazing, bet its lovely to look at. xx
blinkings
Who knew they were so small back then!
awjay
superb display
MrsRatbag
Wow, that's amazing! It must be a sight to behold, can't wait to see what you do with the next one!
auntietk
I can't believe all the time and effort Jack puts into this display. It's a remarkable show!
photosynthesis
Fascinating miniature display. I like the way you've focused on the middle ground & created blurred foreground & background - it creates an almost 3D-like depth effect...
Faemike55
I can almost smell the excitement and feel the crowd pressing around me and then discover that someone has stolen my wallet! Wonderful capture
danapommet
Your friend has created a spectacular collection of hand painted pieces in order to create this scene. A fantastic photo by you too!
RodS
That is just so cool! I remember seeing some of Tara's photos of this display. Very cool photo, Bill! This must be quite a sight!
giulband
Very very well taken photo !!!
SunriseGirl
A very impressive collection. I will be interested to see what you do with the next display. :)
helanker
I really like the way you have been photographing this "scenery". It is really catching the eyes. Have been looking at this for longer time.
CavalierLady
Great shot and love the selective focus. Quite an impressive display your friend has with so many tiny pieces, carefully arranged.
kgb224
Amazing capture Bill. God bless.
debbielove
Hi Bill,
Beautiful photo, all are, its taken me 4 days to find this one.. Love the POV!
I am leaving Rendo until they put things back, I'm sorry mate, I'd like to thank you for all your comments and support.. I get NO e-bots now and have received no mails from Rendo as to why.. I can't post, I've tried 8 times now, so I give up.. I will be taking most of my gallery down and going to DA, (username : homicidal45).
Please follow if you'd like. You have my e-mail address so you know where to contact me and via neil..
Thanks again.. So sorry, they beat me down....
Rob