Maharaja of Rewa and Sardars

Maharaja of Rewa and Sardars

Raja Deen Dayal

1886

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This photo shows a young maharaja seated with Indian teachers on his right. The room has arches and pillars. The men wear turbans and long coats. Deen Dayal places the maharaja front and center. He uses position to show power. The photo mixes Indian and British influences. Check out more photos by Raja Deen Dayal at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

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