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Lucknow After the Siege

Felice A. Beato

Cleveland Museum of Art

A images of 35 sepia-toned photographs arranged on a gray background. The top row has 3 photos. The second row has 3 photos. The third row has 3 photos. The fourth row has 5 photos. The fifth row has 5 photos. The sixth row has 5 photos. The photos depict buildings and structures, some with domes or towers. Several photos show damaged buildings or rubble. Some photos feature bodies of water with boats. The buildings appear to be in a state of disrepair or destruction. The photographs are likely from the 19th century. The title of the work is "Lucknow After the Siege" by Felice A. Beato. The photographs show a cityscape with various architectural styles. The images are arranged in a grid-like pattern. The overall tone of the photographs is somber. The photographs appear to document a historical event or period. The event depicted is likely the Siege of Lucknow.

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