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    ATTRIBUTED TO? GEORGE WASHINGTON WILSON (1823-93)

    Tomb of the Black Prince in the [Cantebury] Cathedral

    c. 1871

    Albumen print | 7.4 x 5.9 cm (image) | RCIN 2117200

    Photograph of the tomb of the Black Prince inside Canterbury Cathedral. The tomb is enclosed within an iron gate and above it is a tester is suspended. Above the tester are the Prince's Heraldic Achievements comprising his helmet, surcoat and shield. The tomb is situated beneath a single arch supported on Corinthian style pillars.  

    • Creator(s)

      Attributed to? George Washington Wilson (1823-93) (photographer)

    • 7.4 x 5.9 cm (image)

    • Acquired by Princess Helena

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              • Kent [England]
                • Canterbury [Kent]
                  • Canterbury Cathedral [Canterbury]
                    • Tomb of the Black Prince [Canterbury Cathedral]
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