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Photographs 1842-61

Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

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[Untitled] A young girl on a pony

c.1855-7

Albumen print | 13.1 x 13.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2906225

Photograph of a young boy holding the bridle of a pony that stands in left side profile, on which is seated a young girl wearing a feathered hat and cloak. Both face the viewer.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

  • 13.1 x 13.2 cm (image)

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

  • Subject(s)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Industries, Crafts and Trades
        • Clothing
          • Riding habits (apparel)
      • Agriculture and related techniques
        • Animal husbandry
          • Horses
            • Ponies
    • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
      • Sports
        • Riding and driving (horse and animal sports)
    • People
      • Children
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
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