Untitled-Delhi Durbar 1911

Superb example of plywood puzzle which is of uncertain origin, but the cutting style of which bears striking similarity to that of the Expert/Chandos/Bedford puzzles.
The wonderfully detailed chromo-lithographic print features the Delhi Durbar of 1911, a spectacular event to celebrate the Coronation of King George V, who attended in person with Queen Mary, also using the occasion to make the announcement of the movement of the capital of British India from Calcutta to New Delhi.
The intricately cut puzzle has been meticulously colour line-cut around almost every face on display, as well as some of the roof features in the background.
The print carries no signature or other identifying marks, but I believe it was originally published by A. Vivian Mansell and was fully titled as Imperial Delhi Durbar-Their Majesties King George V and Queen Mary with the ruling Princes and Rajahs of India.

Artist: Unsigned
Date: c1930's (estimated)
Brand: Unidentified
Material: Plywood
Pieces: 1000+ (estimated)
Size: 25 1/2" x 18 1/4"
Theme: Royalty
Title: Untitled-Delhi Durbar 1911

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