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Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

ARTHUR JAMES MELHUISH (1829-95)

Vase on the East Terrace, Windsor Castle

1855

Albumen print | 23.8 x 16.9 cm (image) | RCIN 2932753

Photograph of an ornamental bell shaped vase. The base of the vase is supported by Putti. An eagle stands at the top op of the vase. The photograph was taken at Windsor Castle, and the eastern façade of the castle can be seen in the background.

  • Creator(s)

    Arthur James Melhuish (1829-95) (photographer)

  • 23.8 x 16.9 cm (image)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

  • Subject(s)
    • Places
      • Europe
        • Great Britain
          • England
            • Berkshire [England]
              • Windsor [Berkshire]
                • Windsor Castle
                  • East Terrace [Windsor Castle]
                    • East Terrace Garden [Windsor Castle]
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Engineering & Technology
        • Containers
          • Vessels (containers)
            • Vases
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
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