The Prince of Wales's Tour of India in 1875-6
Albert Edward's tour aimed to strengthen ties between the two countries
INDIAN
Tazza
circa 1870 - 1875RCIN 11377
A gold tazza with a concave openwork rim decorated with floral motifs and a row of gold beads hang off the rim. The back of the tazza has a screw attachment however the foot is missing. This tazza is part of a courtly set of eleven items that was presented to Albert Edward, Prince of Wales during his four-month tour of India. When the Prince returned from his lengthy tour, he organised for his gifts from India to be exhibited in various locations across Britain, and Paris and Copenhagen. This gold set was particularly commended for its design in reviews of the Prince's gifts.