Roger Fenton (1819-69)
General James Bucknall Estcourt (1802-1855) 1855
Albumen print | 19.9 x 14.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2500540
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Photograph of General Estcourt standing facing partly right with his left arm resting on the wall beside him. He is wearing military uniform and is holding a pair of white gloves in his right hand. There is a building with a small set of stairs behind him. General Estcourt was a chief staff officer during the Crimean War and died of cholera in the Crimea. He was a close friend of Lord Raglan, the commander of the British troops during the Crimean War.
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
19.9 x 14.5 cm (image)
57.3 x 44.6 cm (page dimensions)
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Alternative title(s)
Genl Estcourt standing with Cap