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Photographs 1842-61

Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

DR HUGH WELCH DIAMOND (1809-86)

Dr Andrew Ure (1778-1857)

1853

Albumen print | 8.2 x 6.6 cm (whole object) | RCIN 2800656

Photograph of Dr Ure, author of the Dictionary of Arts and Manufactures: half-length portrait, seated, holding walking stick in right hand
  • Creator(s)

    Dr Hugh Welch Diamond (1809-86) (photographer)

    Subject(s)

    Andrew Ure (1778-1857)
  • 8.2 x 6.6 cm (whole object)

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

  • Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs