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Benares on the Ganges, by Hubert Cornish
Benares on the Ganges, by Hubert Cornish (1757-1832). Painted during a trip made by Lady Teignmouth and her party to the Sunderbans, Bengal. Cornish was brother-in-law and Secretary to the Governor-General of India, the first Lord Teignmouth. (6 of 6) Date: circa 1795
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1790s 1795 Benares Bengal Colonialism Cornish Ganges Hubert Rowing Teignmouth Trip Sundarbans Sunderbans
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Benares on the Ganges" is a captivating watercolor painting by Hubert Cornish, created around 1795 during Lady Teignmouth and her party's journey to the Sunderbans in Bengal, India. Cornish, who was the brother-in-law and Secretary to the Governor-General of India, the first Lord Teignmouth, skillfully captured the serene beauty of the holy city of Benares (Varanasi) on the banks of the sacred River Ganges. The painting portrays a tranquil scene of the city, with its iconic ghats, or steps, leading down to the river. The Ganges, the lifeline of the region, is dotted with various boats and ships, both large and small, transporting people and goods. In the foreground, a group of people can be seen rowing a boat, adding a sense of activity to the otherwise peaceful scene. The British colonial influence is evident in the background, with a European ship anchored in the river, symbolizing the growing British presence in India during the 1790s. The city's ancient architecture, with its intricately designed buildings and temples, stands in stark contrast to the modern European vessel. Lady Teignmouth and her party's visit to the Sunderbans, a region in the Bay of Bengal known for its mangrove forests and tigers, was a significant event during the colonial era. Cornish's painting offers a unique glimpse into this fascinating period of history, capturing the beauty and complexity of India's rich cultural heritage and the encounter between the Eastern and Western worlds. Hubert Cornish's "Benares on the Ganges" is a testament to the power of art to transport us to another time and place, inviting us to explore the history and stories that lie beneath the surface of this image.
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