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The Sword of Tipu Sultan. The Sword of Tipu Sultan is an Indian historical drama that was first broadcast on the DD National in February 1990. Based on a novel by Bhagwan Gidwani, this drama is a fictional portrayal of the life and times of Tipu Sultan, the 18th century ruler of Mysore. The series was widely praised for its casting and grandeur.
Tipu Sultan’s bedchamber sword auctioned for 14 million pounds in London; Tipu Sultan’s bedchamber sword auctioned for 14 million pounds in London The sword had a guide price between GBP 1,500,000 and 2,000,000 but went on to surpass that estimate to fetch GBP 14,080,900.
The sword belonged to Tipu Sultan (1750-99), the so-called Tiger of Mysore. Tipu Sultan succeeded as ruler of the South Indian state of Mysore in 1782, where he built a sophisticated and modern court around his palace at Seringapatam. He spent much of his reign engaged in hostilities against the British.
Apr 25, 2021 · The Sword of Tipu Sultan is an Indian historical drama that was first broadcast on the DD National in 1990. Based on a novel by Bhagwan Gidwani, this drama w...
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This fine sword is believed to have been presented to Captain Aeneas Mackay by Tipu Sultan, the ruler of Mysore. Sword fact file. Date. c.1780–1792. Dimensions. 905 mm H x 110 mm W x 40 mm D. Museum reference. M.2004.53. On display.
May 23, 2023 · London – Tipu Sultan's fabled bedchamber sword sold for £14 million at Bonhams Islamic and Indian Art sale in London today (Tuesday 23 May 2023). It had an estimate of £1,500,000-2,000,000. This is a new auction world record for an Indian and Islamic object. Speaking before the sale, Oliver White, Bonhams Head of Islamic and Indian Art and ...
This fine sword is at the centre of the remarkable story of a Scottish soldier and his victory over one of the greatest opponents of the British domination of India, Tipu, Sultan of Mysore. Above: Colour engraving showing the death of Tipu Sultan. A military history. David Baird (1757-1829) was the son of an Edinburgh merchant family.
