The Begum of Bhopal at the White City

For to admire and for to see - but not to be seen. The Begum of Bhopal (Sultan Jahan, 1858-1930) visited the Coronation Exhibition at the White City, London, accompanied by Lieut-Colonels F Bayley and her entourage. According to her custom when out of doors, she wore a veil which completely concealed her face, and had two holes for the eyes

Admire Aug23 Bayley Begum Bhopal Custom Jahan Lieut-colonel Niqab Veiled

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