Surrender of Two Sons of the Tippoo Sultaun

DESCRIPTION: The image is an engraving titled “The Surrender of Two Sons of Tippoo Sultaun”, based on an original historical painting by British artist Henry Singleton (1766–1839). The scene depicts a major event from the Anglo-Mysore Wars in India. Following the final siege and fall of Seringapatam on May 4, 1799, the ruler of Mysore, Tipu Sultan (known as the "Tiger of Mysore"), was killed defending his capital. After his death, Tipu Sultan's young sons were forced to surrender the palace and themselves to the British East India Company forces. Key Figures: The engraving shows the young princes, dressed in white robes and turbans, descending the steps of the palace. They are being received by Major General David Baird, who commanded the final assault on Seringapatam, along with other British officers. See also #4822 STYLE: Engraving COLOUR: Monochrome SIZE (cm; mount board typically a few mm larger): 19 x 16.75 CREATORS: A H Payne after H Singleton PUBLICATION: William Hickman Smith Aubrey's The National and Domestic History of England PUBLISHER: London: J Hagger DATE: C19 COMMENTS: Excellent condition with some patina from its antiquity SUBJECT: Works of Art; Events PACKAGE: Single one-sided sheet in acid-free mount, flat & unfolded inside hard-backed envelope. Royal Mail Tracked 24 included. Note: Images are provided for illustration purposes only and are intended to show the complete printed product, including any imperfections of age that may be present. Frames or props shown in the images are for display purposes only and are not included with your purchase.