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These very early views of Calcutta; published as a set; were drawn by William Wood Junior during his stay in the city, they was titled Panoramic Views of Calcutta.

This set of lithographs of old Calcutta, presents an almost continuous panorama of buildings as viewed from the maidan or Esplanade. Starting with Chandpal ghat, the views extend along Esplanade row and then turn into Chowringhee. Several mansions are seen under construction with bamboo scaffolding, while in the foreground people tend their animals, wash their clothes or themselves in the public tanks and relax in groups, smoking their hookas.

The views were a quaint mixture of a growing urban skyline with magnificent mansions and government buildings while the native and relaxed pace of life was shown by the figures and animals which dotted the scene.

These extremely artistic, large size rare early views of Calcutta document the city in its early period of development which makes them the finest collectibles.


Calcutta was the principal place of the presidency of Bengal and a metropolis of British India. It is situated on the left bank of river Hoogly, a branch of the Ganges.

The main area was the Esplanade containing the Town Hall, Government House and handsome private dwellings. Above the Esplanade, on the river bank was the Chandpaul Ghat the principal landing place of the city and from this point northwards were the custom house, new mint and other Government houses.

About Views of Old Calcutta

"Views of Old Calcutta" is a collection brought together by Hindoostan Revisited.

The collection is a glimpse into the India of the past or Hindoostan as it was then known.

It is a collection of cultural and historical curiosities of India on paper - the early lithographs, engravings, etchings, aquatints, woodcuts and illustrations on Indian subjects; which are collectively known as prints.

These prints, were made on all aspects of Indian life whether native or European, they depicted the landscapes, historical events, monuments and areas which existed when they were made. These pictures also documented the trades and crafts practiced, the social customs and costumes as well as personages. The natural history of India was carefully researched and documented as well.

The prints are rare and unique collectibles appreciated for their artistic quality and inherent value.

These objets d'art are also used as decor for homes and offices.

The Hindoostan Revisited collection has been curated for those who are interested in the art, history and culture of a bygone era.