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UNKNOWN PERSON

Maharajah Duleep Singh (1838-93)

c.1861

Albumen print | 8.9 x 5.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2907868

Photograph of Maharajah Duleep Singh standing, facing three-quarters to the right. He gazes ahead, away from the camera. He wears ceremonial dress including a jewelled turban.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

  • HIS HIGHNESS THE MAHARAJAH DULEEP SINGH.

  • 8.9 x 5.7 cm (image)

    9.6 x 6.2 cm (mount)

    23.0 x 18.2 cm (page dimensions)

    24.2 x 20.0 x 5.5 cm (album)

  • His Highness the Maharajah Duleep Singh. [Album: Photographs. Royal Portraits, vol.48]

  • Acquired by Prince Albert, the Prince Consort

  • Subject(s)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Industries, Crafts and Trades
        • Clothing
          • Headgear
            • Turbans
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