"The exhibition tells a fascinating and probably little-known story about how an Indian princess became a British suffragette, packed full of fascinating documents that explore the minutiae of life as an Indian exile in England."
"Princess Catherine Duleep Singh had a lifelong relationship with Lina Schäfer, whom she met while studying at Oxford University, and who later lived with her in Germany."
"In the lead-up to WWII, Princess Catherine would act as a guarantor for German Jews seeking asylum in the UK, some of them staying in her home in England."
"The exhibition ends with a look at Princess Sophia's work actively campaigning for women's suffrage, which was important but somewhat overlooked at the time and is only now really being recognised."
The exhibition showcases the lives of Princess Sophia Duleep Singh and her family, emphasizing their roles in suffragette activism and personal relationships. It features documents detailing the experiences of Indian exiles in England, including pensions and looted jewels. A significant focus is on Princess Catherine Duleep Singh's relationship with Lina Schäfer and her efforts to assist German Jews before WWII. The exhibition concludes with Princess Sophia's contributions to the women's suffrage movement, which are gaining recognition today despite being overlooked historically.
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