The Imperial Durbar

The ‘state entry’ covered a distance of over four miles, proceeding from the Queen’s road, round the Jama Masjid to the Viceroy’s durbar camp. The procession observed a distinct order based on hierarchy ̶ the most important dignitaries rode on elephants, followed by carriages, horses and finally infantry. This popular print shows the procession passing in front of the Jama Masjid led by the Viceroy, Lord Curzon and his wife, Mary, seated on the first elephant. They are accompanied by the Duke and Duchess of Connaught on the second elephant, followed by the rulers of the princely states.