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Photographs 1842-61

Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

ROBERT HOWLETT (1831-58)

The 'Great Eastern' lying opposite Milford Haven

1857-58

Albumen 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
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
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