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Horace Wigan (c.1851-85) in 'Boots at the Swan' c.1880 copy of an original of c.1860

Carbon print | 23.1 x 17.5 cm (page dimensions) | RCIN 2913663

Horace Wigan (c. 1851-85) in 'Boots at the Swan'

Unknown Person

Horace Wigan (c. 1851-85) in 'Boots at the Swan' c.1880 copy of an original of c.1860

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Description

Photograph of a full length portrait of the British actor Horace Wigan (c.1851-85) standing, facing slightly towards the right. He turns his head and looks towards the camera. He is dressed in costume as a character from 'Boots at the Swan's. He appears to hold a lollipop to his mouth.

Provenance

Acquired by Prince Albert
People involved

Creator(s)

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Acquirer(s)

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

Subject(s)

Search the collection Horace Wigan (c.1851-85)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Carbon print

carbon print

Measurements

23.1 x 17.5 cm (page dimensions)

9.6 x 6.3 cm (mount)

8.8 x 5.2 cm (image)

Markings

annotation: Mr Horace Wigan in "Boots at the Swan."/ Reproduced. [beneath work]
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