Rare original antique print from an 1870s illustrated journal. It depicts a tiger wedding in Kodagu (Coorg), Southern India, in which the man who has shot a tiger is wedded to the soul of the dead tiger. The man is shown seated under a canopy in full warrior costume where he receives the homage and congratulations of his relatives and friends.

The hunter, Colovanda Carriapah was a head sheristadar (chief officer in Indian court entrusted with the tasking of receiving and checking court pleas) and Gold Coorg Medal recipient. The man and the ceremony are described in great detail.

The print is very large (folio size), measuring approximately 11 x 15 inches (28 x 38 cm). The picture fills most of it, measuring about 9 x 13 inches, with a caption below it.

The page is in excellent condition for its age. There is text/photos on the back of the print. See scan for an accurate view of the condition.

This print will come with a Certificate of Authenticity.