A Burmese Short Dha With Its Own Obvious Provenance

[mrcjgscott]

Hi Charles,

What a stunning Dha, and impeccable provenance! Congratulations!!

I have a great interest in Burma, especially of this period, so it is a real treat to see this piece.

I can tell you that Colonel Thomas Henry Way served with the Madras Staff Corps, being previously posted with the 108th regiment.

According to the London Gazette of 24th June 1887:


Lieutenant - Colonel and Colonel T. H. Way,
Madras Staff Corps, to command a Brigade of
the Madras Army, and to have the rank of
Brigadier- General whilst so employed. Dated
10th April, 1887.


So perhaps a parting gift before the Colonel left for next posting?

I hope that the above is of interest, and thanks again for sharing this great piece.

Kind regards,

Chris