Maréchal Pélissier, Duke of Malakoff (1794-1864) Jun 1855

Albumen print | 18.8 x 14.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2500325

Roger Fenton (1819-69)

Genl Pelissier Jun 1855

Description

Photograph of Maréchal Pélissier seated with his right arm hooked over the back of the chair. He is wearing military uniform with a sash and insignia and holds a feathered hat in his left hand. There is a building behind him. Maréchal Pélissier commanded the French troops during the Siege of Sevastopol and was made Marshal of France shortly after. He later became the Governor General of Algeria.
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Roger Fenton (1819-69)
(photographer)

Subject(s)

Search the collection Maréchal Aimable-Jean-Jacques Pélissier, Duke of Malakoff (1794-1864)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

albumen print

Measurements

18.8 x 14.2 cm (image)

57.3 x 44.6 cm (page dimensions)
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
Subject(s)
Science, Medicine and Technology
Industries, Crafts and Trades
Clothing
Costume
Uniforms
Military uniforms
Social sciences
Military affairs
Wars, Campaigns & Battles
Wars
Wars of the nineteenth century
Crimean War (1853-1856)
References

Alternative title(s)

Genl Pelissier