Gezicht op het huis Dilkusha in Lucknow before 1872

This albumen print, "Gezicht op het huis Dilkusha in Lucknow", was created by Darogha Ubbas Alli before 1872. The photograph showcases the Dilkusha Kothi, a grand building in Lucknow, India, featuring a symmetrical facade with multiple columns and a central dome. The artist's work exemplifies early photography in India, capturing architectural details with a sharp focus and a sense of grandeur, reflecting the influence of European photographic practices. The image also provides a glimpse into the colonial era's architectural landscape in India.