Photographs 1842-61
Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography
ROBERT HOWLETT (1831-58)
The 'Great Eastern' lying opposite Milford Haven
1857-58Albumen print | 15.7 x 19.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2932783
Photograph of the rear of the starboard side of the SS Great Eastern with three tall masts visible and two funnels. A jetty links the sailing steam ship to the land. In the foreground, two men are seated in a rowing boat. They look towards the viewer.
Creator(s)
Robert Howlett (1831-58) (photographer)
Subject(s)
SS Great Eastern (steamship, launched 1858; scrapped 1889-90)15.7 x 19.5 cm (image)
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
Subject(s)
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Engineering & Technology
- Vessels (marine)
- Ships
- Steamships
- Ships
- Vessels (marine)
- Engineering & Technology
Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
- Science, Medicine and Technology
