Description
Join us for ROM at the Library, a series where museum exhibits and objects spark meaningful dialogue. Explore a theme, hear from others, and add your voice to the conversation. Come curious, leave connected!
Optional: bring an item that ties in with the topic to share your story with others (e.g., a memory, a photograph, an object, etc.).
Presented by ROM (Royal Ontario Museum)
Photography Through the Empire's Lens
Discover the stories behind colonial India's most iconic images.
Whether you are a history enthusiast, art lover, or simply curious about the past, this engaging talk invites you to explore late-nineteenth century India through the powerful and poetic lens of Lala Deen Dayal - one of the most renowned photographers of the colonial era.
From portraits of Indian royals and British officials to sweeping views of architectural landmarks, Dayal's photograph offer a fascinating glimpse into a complex time of cultural exchange and imperial influence. Through these remarkable images, you'll discover how photography served not just as a means of documentation, but also as a reflection of identity, power and storytelling in colonial India.