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Michael William Balfe (1808-70) c. 1860

Albumen print | 23.1 x 17.5 cm (page dimensions) | RCIN 2913628

Michael William Balfe (1808-70)

Unknown Person

Michael William Balfe (1808-70) c. 1860

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Description

Photograph of a full length portrait of the Irish composer Michael William Balfe (1808-70) standing, facing towards the camera. He turns his head slightly and looks to the right. He holds a cane in his right hand and holds a top hat in his left hand.

Provenance

Acquired by Prince Albert
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Unknown Person
(photographer)

Acquirer(s)

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

Subject(s)

Search the collection Michael William Balfe (1808-70)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

albumen print

Measurements

23.1 x 17.5 cm (page dimensions)

9.6 x 6.3 cm (mount)

8.7 x 5.5 cm (image)

Markings

annotation: Mr Balfe [beneath work]
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
albums
photograph albums
photographs
cartes-de-visite
Subject(s)
Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
Music
Musicians

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