Allahabad Collection (#2)

The Mutiny in India, Brigadier-General Havelock leaving the Fortress of Allahabad to recapture Cawnpore (engraving)
1609055 The Mutiny in India, Brigadier-General Havelock leaving the Fortress of Allahabad to recapture Cawnpore (engraving) by English School

The Sacred Bathing-Place at Allahabad (b / w photo)
1604557 The Sacred Bathing-Place at Allahabad (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sacred Bathing-Place at Allahabad)

Allahabad (engraving)
3654757 Allahabad (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allahabad. Illustration for The Illustrated Universal Gazetteer edited by William Francis Ainsworth)

The Prince of Wales in India, Chapter of the Star of India at Allahabad (engraving)
1105988 The Prince of Wales in India, Chapter of the Star of India at Allahabad (engraving) by Hopkins, Arthur (1848-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prince of Wales in India)

People moving in the morning. Allahabad
Giovanni Cavalli

Holy men in Kumbha Mela, Allahabad
Giovanni Cavalli

Pilgrims walking to Kumbh Mela
Giovanni Cavalli

[Countess Canning with Guest, Government House, Allahabad], 1858

[Gardens, Government House, Allahabad], 1858. Creator: John Constantine Stanley
[Gardens, Government House, Allahabad], 1858

[Countess Canning with Guests, Government House, Allahabad], 1858

[Government House, Allahabad], 1858. Creator: John Constantine Stanley
[Government House, Allahabad], 1858

Ghat at Allahabad Fort, 1858-61. Creator: Unknown
Ghat at Allahabad Fort, 1858-61

The Flowering of Josephs Rod, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. This painting illustrates a story that introduces Joseph into the narrative

The place of Jesuss birth, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier…
The place of Jesuss birth, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604. Instead of a stable

The Annunciation, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604. The Annunciation is a familiar scene in European Renaissance

Text pages from the Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602

The Adoration of the Shepherds, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. Without reading the text

The Adoration of the Magi, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. In this Nativity scene, familiar in Christian contexts

The Marriage at Cana, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

The Magi Follow the Star, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. One of the three kings points excitedly at the star at the upper left edge of the page

Simeon Kneels in Front of Mary and Jesus After Recognizing Them, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Salome Receiving John the Baptists Head on a Platter, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mirat al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Mary ascends the stairs to the temple, from a Mir at al-quds (Mirror of Holiness) of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Moses praying to end the serpents attack on the Israelites, from a Mir at al-quds (Mirror of Holiness) of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604. Since the author of this book on the life of Christ did not specify the kind of

Illuminated page, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602

John the Baptist recognizes Christ by the appearance of a dove, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

A raven brings food to Elijah, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

The Entry into Jerusalem, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Jesus Raises Jairuss Daughter from the Dead, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Jesus Heals the Noblemans Son in Capernaum, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Jesus being portrayed by King Abgars painter, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Jesus in the Tun Mountains near Nazareth where he Chooses Twelve of his Followers and Calls them Apostles, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mirat al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604

Jesus being awakened during a tempest on the Sea of Galilee, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Antelope and deer hunt, c. 1602-1604. Creator: Govardhan (Indian, active c. 1596-1645)
Antelope and deer hunt, c. 1602-1604. The Mughals used trained cheetahs to capture prey during hunting expeditions in the wilderness

Angels bring food to Jesus in the wilderness, from a Mir at al-quds of Father Jerome Xavier (Spanish, 1549-1617), 1602-1604

Gateway in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, 1902. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Gateway in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, 1902

Illuminated clock tower, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
Illuminated clock tower at night, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, at the time of a trade exhibition. Date: circa 1911

Group Portrait Eight European Men Allahabad India
Group Portrait - Eight European Men; Allahabad, India; about 1875; Albumen silver print

Government NWP Allahabad 1875 India Albumen silver print
Government NWP, Allahabad, 1875; Allahabad, India; 1875; Albumen silver print

Government N. W. P. Allahabad 1875 India Albumen silver print
Government N.W.P. Allahabad, 1875; Allahabad, India; 1875; Albumen silver print

Indigo factory beating Vats Oscar Mallitte British
Indigo factory (beating the Vats); Oscar Mallitte (British, about 1829 - 1905, active Allahabad, India 1870s); Allahabad, India; 1877; Albumen silver print

Loading vat plant Oscar Mallitte British 1829
Loading a vat with plant; Oscar Mallitte (British, about 1829 - 1905, active Allahabad, India 1870s); Allahabad, India; 1877; Albumen silver print

Luggie measuring lands cultivation Oscar Mallitte
Luggie (measuring lands for cultivation); Oscar Mallitte (British, about 1829 - 1905, active Allahabad, India 1870s); Allahabad, India; 1877; Albumen silver print

Sowing drills Oscar Mallitte British 1829 1905
Sowing with drills; Oscar Mallitte (British, about 1829 - 1905, active Allahabad, India 1870s); Allahabad, India; 1877; Albumen silver print

Group Indigo beaters Oscar Mallitte British 1829
Group of Indigo beaters; Oscar Mallitte (British, about 1829 - 1905, active Allahabad, India 1870s); Allahabad, India; 1877; Albumen silver print

Persian Wheel Oscar Mallitte British 1829 1905
Persian Wheel; Oscar Mallitte (British, about 1829 - 1905, active Allahabad, India 1870s); Allahabad, India; 1877; Albumen silver print

Tumnie turning up lands Oscar Mallitte British
Tumnie (turning up lands); Oscar Mallitte (British, about 1829 - 1905, active Allahabad, India 1870s); Allahabad, India; 1877; Albumen silver print

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Allahabad, the city of diverse wonders. From the enchanting Magh Mela to the vibrant Kumbh Mela Festival, this sacred land in Uttar Pradesh, India is a tapestry of cultural richness. The Annual Fair at Allahabad draws crowds from far and wide, immersing themselves in spiritual rituals along the banks of River Ganges. Intriguing historical tales unfold within its boundaries. A close-up view reveals a painted elephant parading through the streets, showcasing an ancient tradition that still captivates hearts today. And as Jesus writes on the ground in a timeless engraving from Mir at al-quds, we are reminded of the city's religious significance. The bustling Chowk market offers a glimpse into everyday life in Allahabad (now Prayagraj). Here, vendors sell delectable mishti doi sweet curd at food hotels while visitors explore local delicacies with eager taste buds, and is truly a feast for all senses. As we delve deeper into history's pages, we encounter Father Jerome Xavier's Mirror of Holiness – an enigmatic creation whose creator remains unknown but continues to inspire awe even centuries later. Meanwhile, street scenes paint vivid pictures of daily existence where traditions intertwine seamlessly with modernity. An illuminated clock tower stands tall amidst Allahabad's landscape – a symbol of progress and unity that guides both locals and tourists alike. And let us not forget The Well at Cawnpore; its presence reminds us that even amid turmoil and strife depicted in Hutchinsons History of Nations' illustrations - hope springs eternal. From narrow escapes during times of massacre to acts of retribution etched forever in engravings - these events serve as reminders that resilience prevails against all odds. Allahabad beckons you to uncover its hidden treasures; it invites you to immerse yourself in spirituality and witness firsthand how history blends harmoniously with contemporary life. Come experience this captivating city where ancient traditions meet the vibrancy of modern India.