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Bassin Napoleon at Cherbourg, before the water was let in 1858
Albumen print | 19.3 x 25.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2935018
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Photograph of a dry dock prior to being flooded. There are warehouses and an ornate arch in the distant background. There is a large ship on the far left side of the photograph.
Provenance
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
19.3 x 25.5 cm (image)
30.8 x 38.6 cm (mount)
Markings
annotation: "Bassin Napoleon", at Cherbourg, before the water was let in. 1858. [beneath work]
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