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Photographs 1842-61

Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

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Boy with a Hurdy Gurdy

c.1858

Albumen print | 20.8 x 16.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2906235

Photograph of a young boy who leans against the wooden frame of a door jamb whilst he plays the Hurdy Gurdy. He wears a cap and faces three-quarters left.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

  • 20.8 x 16.7 cm (image)

  • From an album of photographs collected and arranged by Prince Albert

  • Subject(s)
    • People
      • Boys
      • Musicians
    • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
      • Music
        • Musical instruments
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
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