Mohunbari — Douglas DC-3 ‘Dakota’, Mohunbari, Upper Assam, India
The Douglas DC3 ‘Dakota’ revolutionised air travel in the 1930s and 1940s. This workhorse was one of the most significant transport aircrafts in WWII. After the war, the Dakota was pressed into civilian service in Assam and the rest of India and the world. Mohunbari near Dibrugarh was the hub for upper Assam, popular with tea planters and oil men. To many, it was their first experience of air travel with private carrier Jamair and state run Indian Airlines.
In 2018, Rajya Sabha MP Rajeev Chandrasekar gifted a restored Dakota to the Indian Air Force.
The Douglas DC3 ‘Dakota’ revolutionised air travel in the 1930s and 1940s. This workhorse was one of the most significant transport aircrafts in WWII. After the war, the Dakota was pressed into civilian service in Assam and the rest of India and the world. Mohunbari near Dibrugarh was the hub for upper Assam, popular with tea planters and oil men. To many, it was their first experience of air travel with private carrier Jamair and state run Indian Airlines.
In 2018, Rajya Sabha MP Rajeev Chandrasekar gifted a restored Dakota to the Indian Air Force.
Darjeeling — Land Rover Series I in the tea gardens, Kanchenjunga in the distance. Darjeeling, Bengal, India.
Soon after its launch in 1948, the sturdy off-roader was brought to the foothills of the Himalayas by the Scottish and English tea planters. The Land Rover Series I was inspired by the WWII Willys and was the ultimate go anywhere vehicle, perfect for the extreme terrain and weather conditions of north Bengal. Kangchenjunga looms in the background and at 29,169 ft is the highest peak in India and third highest in the world. The teas from these slopes are some of the finest and most sought after in the world.
The iconic Windamere Hotel on Observatory Hill was established in the 19th century.
Soon after its launch in 1948, the sturdy off-roader was brought to the foothills of the Himalayas by the Scottish and English tea planters. The Land Rover Series I was inspired by the WWII Willys and was the ultimate go anywhere vehicle, perfect for the extreme terrain and weather conditions of north Bengal. Kangchenjunga looms in the background and at 29,169 ft is the highest peak in India and third highest in the world. The teas from these slopes are some of the finest and most sought after in the world.
The iconic Windamere Hotel on Observatory Hill was established in the 19th century.
Nainital — Jawa 250 Pérak, Kilbury Road, Nainital, United Provinces, India
At its peak in the 1950s, JAWA the Czech motorcycle manufacturer exported the Pérák to over 120 countries. This 250cc variant is seen on Kilbury Road, high above the paisley shaped Nanital lake. The quick response two-stroke single was a pleasure to ride in these Kumaon Hills. Away in the distance are the foothills leading to the Indian Terai.
The Kumaon Hills came under British Rule after the Anglo-Nepalese War (1814-16). The hill station of Nainital was founded in 1841.
At its peak in the 1950s, JAWA the Czech motorcycle manufacturer exported the Pérák to over 120 countries. This 250cc variant is seen on Kilbury Road, high above the paisley shaped Nanital lake. The quick response two-stroke single was a pleasure to ride in these Kumaon Hills. Away in the distance are the foothills leading to the Indian Terai.
The Kumaon Hills came under British Rule after the Anglo-Nepalese War (1814-16). The hill station of Nainital was founded in 1841.
Digboi — Hindustan Bedford in the oil fields, Digboi, Upper Assam, India
In 1867, Italian engineers building a railway line from Dibrugarh to Margherita discovered oil and legend has it that an English engineer, W L Lake shouted “Dig boy, dig”. The first oil well was started 1889 and Asia’s first oil refinery was located in Digboi. The Bedford J5/6 trucks which started production in 1958 by Hindustan Motors were widely used by Assam Oil Company in its oil fields and township. From trucks to school buses to ambulances, these were indispensible.
Burmah Oil started as the Rangoon Oil Company in Glasgow in 1886. It acquired Castrol in 1966. BP purchased the company in 2000.
In 1867, Italian engineers building a railway line from Dibrugarh to Margherita discovered oil and legend has it that an English engineer, W L Lake shouted “Dig boy, dig”. The first oil well was started 1889 and Asia’s first oil refinery was located in Digboi. The Bedford J5/6 trucks which started production in 1958 by Hindustan Motors were widely used by Assam Oil Company in its oil fields and township. From trucks to school buses to ambulances, these were indispensible.
Burmah Oil started as the Rangoon Oil Company in Glasgow in 1886. It acquired Castrol in 1966. BP purchased the company in 2000.
Bombay — Chevrolet Impala 1959 and Fiat 1100, Regal Cinema, Bombay, India. Air India Super Constellation overhead.
Set in 1960, this poster has Regal Cinema, Colaba as an art deco Bombay landmark. The 1959 Chevrolet Impala, with its distinguishing tail lights is centre piece in two-tone paint and all its glory. The Impala was a status symbol for Bollywood and businessman alike. The sneaky Fiat 1100 Millicento photobombs the poster and flying overhead is Air India International’s newly acquired Lockheed Super Constellation L-1049.
The registration plate shown here is of an actual Bombay 1959 Chevy Impala 1959 convertible BMF 4576
Set in 1960, this poster has Regal Cinema, Colaba as an art deco Bombay landmark. The 1959 Chevrolet Impala, with its distinguishing tail lights is centre piece in two-tone paint and all its glory. The Impala was a status symbol for Bollywood and businessman alike. The sneaky Fiat 1100 Millicento photobombs the poster and flying overhead is Air India International’s newly acquired Lockheed Super Constellation L-1049.
The registration plate shown here is of an actual Bombay 1959 Chevy Impala 1959 convertible BMF 4576
Goa — 1952 VW Type 11A “Zwitter” Beetle, Fort Aguada Lighthouse. Bardez, Portuguese Goa
For 450 years, Goa was a Portuguese province till it was annexed by India in 1961. This illustration is set in the 17th century Fort Aguada with the oldest lighthouse in Asia. The VW Beetle reflects the bohemian spirit of Goa with its laid back beaches and susegad lifestyle. Dr Robert Hepp, a German who came to Goa after World War II, opened a dealership in Panjim and the Beetle was very popular with the Goans. Close to 1,000 Volkswagens were sold in Portuguese Goa.
G8-02-73 is the actual registration number of a VW Beetle from the 1950s in Goa. — in Aguada Fort, Goa, India.
For 450 years, Goa was a Portuguese province till it was annexed by India in 1961. This illustration is set in the 17th century Fort Aguada with the oldest lighthouse in Asia. The VW Beetle reflects the bohemian spirit of Goa with its laid back beaches and susegad lifestyle. Dr Robert Hepp, a German who came to Goa after World War II, opened a dealership in Panjim and the Beetle was very popular with the Goans. Close to 1,000 Volkswagens were sold in Portuguese Goa.
G8-02-73 is the actual registration number of a VW Beetle from the 1950s in Goa. — in Aguada Fort, Goa, India.
Bandra — 1965 Ford Mustang convertible, St Andrew's Church, Bandra, Bombay.
St Andrew’s church was built by the Portuguese on the island of Salsette, now Bandra, in 1575. It is an institution that has seen baptisms, weddings and funerals of Bandra’s buzzing Catholic community.
The first Ford Mustang rolled out from Dearborn, Michigan in 1964. This early 1965 convertible would have been the preferred ride of Bandra’s flamboyant movie stars. And the dream machine of St Stanislaus schoolboys.
Mina Kava and his Music Makers are best known for their 1966 hit single Bambai Meri Hai.
St Andrew’s church was built by the Portuguese on the island of Salsette, now Bandra, in 1575. It is an institution that has seen baptisms, weddings and funerals of Bandra’s buzzing Catholic community.
The first Ford Mustang rolled out from Dearborn, Michigan in 1964. This early 1965 convertible would have been the preferred ride of Bandra’s flamboyant movie stars. And the dream machine of St Stanislaus schoolboys.
Mina Kava and his Music Makers are best known for their 1966 hit single Bambai Meri Hai.
Shillong — 1944 Willys MB in St Edmund's School, Shillong, India.
The Willys MB ‘Jeep’ became the iconic vehicle of World War II. Gen Eisenhower acknowledged the vital role it played in winning the war. When the Allied troops in the Burma front used Shillong as a convalescence base. That’s when Shillong discovered the ‘Jeep’.
St Edmund’s School was started by the Irish Christian Brothers in 1916. During World War 2 it was partially converted to a hospital. A perfect setting for this competent, tough and versatile vehicle.
Meghalaya — abode of the clouds — was granted statehood in 1972.
The Willys MB ‘Jeep’ became the iconic vehicle of World War II. Gen Eisenhower acknowledged the vital role it played in winning the war. When the Allied troops in the Burma front used Shillong as a convalescence base. That’s when Shillong discovered the ‘Jeep’.
St Edmund’s School was started by the Irish Christian Brothers in 1916. During World War 2 it was partially converted to a hospital. A perfect setting for this competent, tough and versatile vehicle.
Meghalaya — abode of the clouds — was granted statehood in 1972.
Ladakh — 1952 Royal Enfield Bullet 500, Lamayuru Monastery, 'Moonscape', Ladakh.
Half way between Leh and Kargil, just before Fotu la, is the Lamayuru monastery perched on the famous Ladakh ‘moonscape’ at 11,520 ft. Founded in the 11th century, it is steeped in legend and is probably the oldest monastery in Ladakh.
And what better way to get there than astride the legendary single cylinder, Royal Enfield Bullet. Born in Redditch in 1931, this ‘thumper’ is still going strong.
The 1950s hardtail featured is equipped with a sprung seat for the rider’s comfort and the vertical cylinder displaces 500cc.
A Royal Enfield Bullet with sidecar features in Mad Max — Fury Road.
Half way between Leh and Kargil, just before Fotu la, is the Lamayuru monastery perched on the famous Ladakh ‘moonscape’ at 11,520 ft. Founded in the 11th century, it is steeped in legend and is probably the oldest monastery in Ladakh.
And what better way to get there than astride the legendary single cylinder, Royal Enfield Bullet. Born in Redditch in 1931, this ‘thumper’ is still going strong.
The 1950s hardtail featured is equipped with a sprung seat for the rider’s comfort and the vertical cylinder displaces 500cc.
A Royal Enfield Bullet with sidecar features in Mad Max — Fury Road.
Howrah — 1960 Hindustan Ambassador, Howrah Bridge, Hooghly, Calcutta, Bengal.
The Hindustan Ambassador was based on the Morris Oxford and started production in 1958 and continued in various forms till 2014. As a symbol of India’s automotive history, there is little else that defines motoring in the country and Calcutta.
The 705m Howrah Bridge was commissioned in 1943 and carries 100,000 vehicles every day. It is the lifeline of Calcutta and an integral part of its skyline. The perfect setting for this grand lady of India’s automotive legacy.
This immaculate example of a rare two-tone Ambassador belongs to Adil Jal Darukhanawala
The Hindustan Ambassador was based on the Morris Oxford and started production in 1958 and continued in various forms till 2014. As a symbol of India’s automotive history, there is little else that defines motoring in the country and Calcutta.
The 705m Howrah Bridge was commissioned in 1943 and carries 100,000 vehicles every day. It is the lifeline of Calcutta and an integral part of its skyline. The perfect setting for this grand lady of India’s automotive legacy.
This immaculate example of a rare two-tone Ambassador belongs to Adil Jal Darukhanawala
Pondicherry
1967 Triumph Herald 1200 Convertible, French Quarter.
A portion of France still exists in India in the French Quarter in Pondicherry. The French presence from 1674 to 1954 has left an indelible mark here. Streets have retained their French names, cafés serve French food and the villas are French colonial.
In 1961, production of the Triumph Herald began in Madras. It was badged Standard Herald. This two door coupé was the closest thing to a sports car available for newly independent India.
The body design was by the Italian stylist Giovanni Michelotti.
Limited Edition of 100 Signed A1 size posters are shipped with Certificate of Authenticity.
The fine art giclée prints are printed on a wide-gamut 12-ink printing system using Vivera Pigment ink
1967 Triumph Herald 1200 Convertible, French Quarter.
A portion of France still exists in India in the French Quarter in Pondicherry. The French presence from 1674 to 1954 has left an indelible mark here. Streets have retained their French names, cafés serve French food and the villas are French colonial.
In 1961, production of the Triumph Herald began in Madras. It was badged Standard Herald. This two door coupé was the closest thing to a sports car available for newly independent India.
The body design was by the Italian stylist Giovanni Michelotti.
Limited Edition of 100 Signed A1 size posters are shipped with Certificate of Authenticity.
The fine art giclée prints are printed on a wide-gamut 12-ink printing system using Vivera Pigment ink
