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CHARLES THURSTON THOMPSON (1816-68)

Sword hilt

c.1853-5

Albumen print | 17.0 x 11.9 cm (image) | RCIN 2369576

Photograph of a decorative Japanese sword hilt, created in the European style

  • Creator(s)

    Charles Thurston Thompson (1816-68) (photographer)

  • 17.0 x 11.9 cm (image)

  • Sword handle

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

  • Subject(s)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Engineering & Technology
        • Military engineering
          • Arms (weapons)
            • Side arms (weapons)
              • Swords
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