Ranjit Singh: Sikh, Warrior, King

Bishan Singh, The Court of Maharaja Ranjit Singh (r. 1799-1839), Amritsar or Lahore, Punjab, 1864 © Toor Collection.

With an unwavering sense of destiny, Ranjit Singh conquered the Punjab, an area that today encompasses Pakistan, following a period of anarchy caused by decades of Afghan invasions. By the early 19th century, he emerged as the undisputed Maharaja, establishing the influential Sikh Empire.

Ranjit Singh's leadership led to a golden age marked by thriving trade, flourishing arts, and a formidable army. Discover his story through nearly 100 stunning artworks, including jewellery and weaponry from the Sikh Empire drawn from major private and public collections.

Ranjit Singh: Sikh, Warrior, King features historic objects from his court, courtiers, and family, including items owned by the Maharaja and the most famous of his 30 wives, Maharani Jind Kaur. It also includes the Wallace Collection’s remarkable collection of Sikh arms and armour alongside other Sikh artworks, on display for the first time.