Description
A dignified early 20th-century portrait photograph depicting an Parsi - Indian gentleman seated in formal pose, dressed in a traditional cap and tailored jacket.
Executed in the restrained studio style of the period, the composition emphasizes the sitter's composed expression and confident bearing, reflecting the emerging culture of professional portrait photography in British India.
Such photographs were often commissioned to commemorate family patriarchs, civic leaders, or respected professionals and remain evocative records of a transformative era in the Indian subcontinent.
Presented in its period ebonized wood frame with original mat, the photograph retains an appealing aged patina that enhances its historical character.
Dimensions:
Height 32, Width 22, Depth 2 inches
Weight 5
Condition:
Good, with wear consistent with age. Photograph shows overall fading, discoloration, and some losses around the edges. Frame has minor scuffs and surface wear.
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Executed in the restrained studio style of the period, the composition emphasizes the sitter's composed expression and confident bearing, reflecting the emerging culture of professional portrait photography in British India.
Such photographs were often commissioned to commemorate family patriarchs, civic leaders, or respected professionals and remain evocative records of a transformative era in the Indian subcontinent.
Presented in its period ebonized wood frame with original mat, the photograph retains an appealing aged patina that enhances its historical character.
Dimensions:
Height 32, Width 22, Depth 2 inches
Weight 5
Condition:
Good, with wear consistent with age. Photograph shows overall fading, discoloration, and some losses around the edges. Frame has minor scuffs and surface wear.
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
- Low Estimate: 100.00
- High Estimate: 300.00
Buyer's Premium
25%
Large Portrait of an Indian Gentleman India, Early 20th Century Silver gelatin photograph, Original
Estimate $100-$300
Starting Price
$25
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India Estate Auction
Jul 22, 2026, 5:00 PM EDTNew Canaan, CT, United States
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