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H.M.S. Diligence, Phoenix and Talbot, Holsteinsborg or Sisimiut : ''Talbot', 'Phoenix' and 'Diligence'' Jun 1854
Albumen print | 15.7 x 20.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2510480
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Photograph of a harbour scene with (from left to right): HMS's Diligence, Phoenix and Talbot in Holsteinborg harbour, Greenland, during Sir Edward Inglefield's search for Sir John Franklin. Rocky mountains dominate the background and rocky outcrops in the foreground.
Sir Edward Augustus Inglefield visited Holsteinborg, now known as Sisimiut, in Greenland between the 8th and 17th June, prior to travelling to Lievely on his journey north to re-supply Sir Edward Belcher's expedition in search of the fate of Sir John Franklin.Provenance
Presented to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert by Captain Edward Augustus Inglefield in 1854
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
15.7 x 20.2 cm (image)
Alternative title(s)
HMS's Talbot, Phoenix, and Diligence [Album: HMS's Phoenix and Talbot in search of Sir John Franklin, 1854].