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Khanjar that belonged Tipu Sultan, taken at Seringapatam, 1799 circa (jade
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Khanjar that belonged Tipu Sultan, taken at Seringapatam, 1799 circa (jade
5920217 Khanjar that belonged Tipu Sultan, taken at Seringapatam, 1799 circa (jade, jewels and metal) by Indian School, (18th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Khanjar of Tipu Sultan, 1799 circa.
This handsome weapon, with its jewelled jade hilt, was presented to Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquis Cornwallis, and former Governor-General of India, after the fall of Seringapatam, the capital city of Mysore. It was given by the officers who were engaged in the siege of the city which lasted from 5 April until 4 May 1799. Tipu Sultan (1750-1799), the A Tiger of MysoreA, was killed in the fighting; with his death the 4th Mysore War (1799) ended and the state of Mysore was partitioned by the British.); eNational Army Museum; Indian, out of copyright
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This print showcases a remarkable artifact from history - the Khanjar that once belonged to Tipu Sultan, taken at Seringapatam in 1799. Crafted with exquisite jade, jewels, and metal, this weapon is a testament to the opulence and power of its former owner. Following the fall of Seringapatam, the capital city of Mysore, this magnificent Khanjar was presented to Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquis Cornwallis. As a former Governor-General of India and an influential figure during his time, Cornwallis received this gift from officers who participated in the siege that lasted from April 5th until May 4th in 1799. Tipu Sultan himself was known as "The Tiger of Mysore" due to his fierce resistance against British rule. Unfortunately, he lost his life during the fighting at Seringapatam. With his demise came an end to the Fourth Mysore War (1799), leading to the partitioning of Mysore by British forces. This image not only captures a stunning piece of weaponry but also serves as a reminder of significant historical events that shaped India's past. Preserved within London's National Army Museum today, this Khanjar stands as both an emblematic symbol and tangible evidence of Tipu Sultan's legacy and bravery on the battlefield.
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