Grand Vestibule: The British Monarchy and the World
The Grand Vestibule at Windsor Castle reflects interaction between the monarchy and the wider world
Mahatma Gandhi
before 3 Jul 1961RCIN 29469
Mahatma Gandhi (1869–1948) was an Indian lawyer, politician and social activist who led the nationalist movement against British rule in India. He promoted a policy of non-violent protest known as satyagraha and today is considered the father of modern India. This head and shoulders portrait has been embroidered in dark hair on white silk to create a delicate likeness.
Presented to Queen Elizabeth II by Miss Ratnamala Jadhav during her State Visit to India, 1961.