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UNKNOWN PERSON

General Latone

1860

Albumen print | 8.6 x 5.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2914242

Photograph of a full length portrait of General Latone, standing, facing slightly towards the right. His head is turned towards the camera and he looks to the left. He wears a beret, a short cape, a tunic belted at the waist, dark trousers and knee-length boots. He holds a sabre in his left hand and places his right hand on his chest.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

  • General Latone. 1860.

  • 8.6 x 5.3 cm (image)

  • Acquired by Prince Albert

  • Subject(s)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Engineering & Technology
        • Military engineering
          • Arms (weapons)
            • Side arms (weapons)
              • Sabres
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