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Eugene Clutterbuck Impey
Portrait of Thakoor Lukdeer Singh, a Rajpoot chieftain of Ulwur
1860s (early)
Albumen print
19.3 x 15.4 cm
National Galleries of Scotland
Acc. No. PGP R 194.66
LL/56752
(Curatorial caption, accessed 23 November 2014)
The photographer has developed this powerful portrait by seating Thakoor Lukdeer Singh against a plain background. His full body is tightly wrapped by the quilted garment and its silk catches the light. The jewels, shield and sword point to the sitter's social standing and make this image all the more striking.
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