• Thursday, March 28, 2024

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New Sikh Empire exhibition opens in London

HISTORY: A painting of Maharaja Ranjit Singh is just one of the many items available on display at the new exhibition in London (Pic credit: Toor Collection)

By: Lauren Codling

by LAUREN CODLING A NEW exhibition exploring the “human story” behind the Sikh Empire opened in London last Thursday (12). Empire of the Sikhs showcases historical items from the “cosmopolitan Sikh empire” which saw Maharaja Ranjit Singh ruling modern-day Pakistan and northwest India between the 18th and 19th centuries. He became known as the ‘Lion of Punjab’ during his 40-year reign. Organised by the UK Punjab Heritage Association (UKPHA), in association with the Brunei Gallery, the collection features more than 100 objects. There are paintings, armour and weaponry, as well as personal items, including traditional jewellery which belonged to Maharaja…

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