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UNKNOWN PERSON

Le Marechal du Camp Cerrine

1860

Albumen prit | 8.5 x 4.9 cm (image) | RCIN 2914238

Photograph of an unidentified army official, standing, facing three-quarters to the left. He looks towards the camera and poses with his arms crossed. He wears a military uniform with cap and a sabre attached to his belt.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

  • Le Mrechal du Camp Cerrine. 1860./ Reproduced. 1874.

  • 8.5 x 4.9 cm (image)

  • Acquired by Prince Albert

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