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WILLIAM HENRY SOUTHWELL (1823-70)

Edward Horsman (1807-76)

c. 1861-4

Albumen print | 8.5 x 5.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2911424

Photograph of a full length portrait of The Right Honourable Edward Horsman, seated, facing three-quarters to the left. He poses with his legs crossed. He holds a book open with both hands, positioning the book on his lap.

  • Creator(s)

    William Henry Southwell (1823-70) (photographer)

    Subject(s)

    Edward Horsman (1807-76)

  • annotation: Rt. Hon: E. Horsman. [beneath work]

  • 8.5 x 5.3 cm (image)

    9.5 x 6.2 cm (mount)

    22.7 x 18.0 cm (page dimensions)

  • Acquired by Prince Albert and arranged by Queen Victoria

  • Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • albums
          • photograph albums
        • photographs
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