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    Ostend

    c. 1862-7

    Albumen print | 5.4 x 9.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2117312

    Photograph of a hotel and restaurant in Ostend, Belgium. The writing on the wall of the building reads 'Pavilion du Rhin Grand Parc de Huitres & Homards de Royon Hertoche', which roughly translates as 'Clubhouse of Oysters and Lobsters'. It is situated on the seafront.

    • Creator(s)

      Unknown Person (photographer)

    • 5.4 x 9.2 cm (image)

    • Acquired by Princess Louise

    • Subject(s)
      • Places
        • Europe
          • Belgium
            • Flanders [Belgium]
              • West Flanders Province [Flanders]
                • Ostend [Belgium]
      • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
        • Architecture
          • Secular architecture
            • Restaurants
      Object type(s)
        • visual works
          • photographs
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