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Photographs 1842-61

Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

    UNKNOWN PERSON

    Highclere Castle

    c.1859

    Albumen print | 15.9 x 19.6 cm (image) | RCIN 2932777

    Photograph of the exterior of Highclere Castle
    • Creator(s)

      Unknown Person (photographer)

    • 15.9 x 19.6 cm (image)

    • Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

    • Subject(s)
      • Places
        • Europe
          • Great Britain
            • England
              • Hampshire [England]
                • Highclere Castle [Highclere Park]
      • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
        • Architecture
          • Architectural history
            • Renaissance architecture
      Object type(s)
        • visual works
          • photographs