[The Viscountess Canning, Barrackpore] 1858

"The Viscountess Canning, Barrackpore" is a 1858 photograph by John Constantine Stanley of the wife of Charles John Canning, the Governor-General of India. The image depicts the Viscountess standing next to a potted plant, showcasing the Victorian fashion of the era with her elaborate gown and white cap. The photograph is a valuable historical document capturing a moment in the life of a significant figure during the British Raj in India. It's a fine example of 19th-century portrait photography and offers insights into the social and cultural context of the time.