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Photographs 1842-61

Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

UNKNOWN PERSON

'The day's work over'

1857

Albumen print | 14.4 x 18.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2906214

Photograph of three working men seated at a table outside, underneath a shelter made from tree trunks. Logs and branches are piled up behind the men. One man is smoking a pipe. There are three mugs on the table. The men appear to be taking a break from their work.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

  • 14.4 x 18.5 cm (image)

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

  • Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
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