Children examining tiger, c. 1927. The Natural History Muse
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Children examining tiger, c. 1927. The Natural History Muse
This white tiger was shot in the Rewa jungle in early 1925 by the Maharajah Gulab Singh. The Maharajah presented this animal to George V, who in turn loaned the specimen to the Museum in February 1926
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20th Century Big Cat Carnivora Epitheria Eutheria Felid Felidae Feliformia Feloidea Mammalia Panthera Panthera Tigris Pantherinae Placental Mammal Singh Theria Tiger 1927 George V
EDITORS COMMENTS
"A Captivating Encounter with the Majestic Tiger: A 1920s Snapshot of Curiosity and Wonder This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a mesmerizing moment in time, as a group of children eagerly examine the magnificent white tiger, a rare and precious gift from the Rewa jungle. The tiger, a magnificent specimen of the Panthera tigris species, was shot by Maharajah Gulab Singh in early 1925. The Maharajah's generosity extended beyond his borders, as he graciously presented this magnificent creature to King George V. In turn, the King loaned the tiger to the Natural History Museum in London in February 1926. The children, dressed in their Sunday best, gaze at the tiger with a sense of awe and fascination, their eyes wide with wonder. The tiger, a powerful symbol of the natural world, seems to return their gaze with a quiet, regal dignity. The photograph captures the essence of the 1920s, an era of discovery and exploration, when the wonders of the natural world were still largely unknown to many. This photograph is a testament to the enduring fascination that tigers hold for us, as well as a reminder of the important role that museums play in preserving and sharing the natural world with future generations. The tiger, a magnificent creature and a symbol of power and grace, continues to captivate our imaginations and inspire wonder and curiosity." Keywords: white tiger, Rewa jungle, Maharajah Gulab Singh, George V, Natural History Museum, 1920s, children, curiosity, wonder, discovery, exploration, natural world, museum, Panthera tigris, felid, carnivora, felidae, placental mammal, eutheria, theria, feliformia, pantherinae, placental mammal, feloidea, epitheria, mammals.
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