Musee ASIATICA presents an exceptional exhibition on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the independence of India: it is entitled “PORTRAITS OF MAHARAJAS”.

It displays some original photographs drawn towards the end of the 19th century by an English studio situated in India, at Mhow, and whose photographs have been acquired by Musee ASIATICA. They are therefore original and authentic and published for the first time in the world. The enlargements have been made for better viewing of the details of the costumes of the Princes who wear magnificent earrings.

Each photograph of Maharaja, of the Nawab or Begum is explained relating to the geography of their State, giving the date of birth and the accession to the throne of these Princes.

Moreover, some documents show the precedence between these nobles, the military or honorary medals that they have received from Queen Victoria and some other historical details.

More than 50 portraits are exhibited to start from the 1st September and entry is free.