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Charles Thurston Thompson (1816-68)

Four swords c.1853-5

Albumen print | 23.0 x 18.1 cm (image) | RCIN 2369575

Charles Thurston Thompson (1816-68)

Four swords c.1853-5

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Description

Photograph of three full length swords and a short sword. The swords are all European. The swords are laid out and lit and photographed from above.

The sword on the far right exists in the Royal Collection, RCIN 61933.

Provenance

Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Charles Thurston Thompson (1816-68)
(photographer)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page Victoria, Queen of the United Kingdom (1819-1901)

Search the collection View the person page Prince Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

albumen print

Measurements

23.0 x 18.1 cm (image)
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
albums
Subject(s)
Science, Medicine and Technology
Engineering & Technology
Military engineering
Arms (weapons)
Side arms (weapons)
Swords

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Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: Cingalese Sword Hilt

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