Prince Albert used photography to document exhibitions and works of art
Prince Albert used photography to document exhibitions and works of art
Albumen print | 23.1 x 17.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2369588
Photograph of a Nepalese sword (kora) and scabbard, taken from above. Its iron hilt bears two circular discs (guards) that flank the grip and a spirally-fluted baluster finial. The blade flares out at the tip and is decorated with dot motifs on one edge and an eye.
For further information on the object, see RCIN 61962.
Charles Thurston Thompson (1816-68) (photographer)
23.1 x 17.3 cm (image)