Roger Fenton (1819-69)
Balaklava looking seawards, the Commandant's house in the foreground Mar 1855
Albumen print | 27.0 x 35.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2500491
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Photograph of Balaklava looking towards the sea, with the Commandant's house in the foreground. The Commandant's house is painted white and has a tiled roof. There are other buildings lining the harbour and the old Genoese Castle can be seen on the hillside to the left. In the harbour to the right there is a large number of ships. The town of Balaklava with its port and purpose built railway yard were of strategic significance throughout the Crimean War.
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
27.0 x 35.3 cm (image)
57.3 x 44.6 cm (page dimensions)
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General view of Balaklava looking seawards Commdnt House in the foreground
