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William Henry Fox Talbot (1800-77)
The Tomb of Sir Walter Scott, in Dryburgh Abbey 1844
Salted paper print | 16.5 x 17.6 cm (image) | RCIN 2600340
![The Tomb of Sir W. Scott, in Dryburgh Abbey [Sun Pictures In Scotland]](https://col.rct.uk/sites/default/files/styles/rctr-scale-1300-500/public/collection-online/7/a/805179-1533832361.jpg?itok=jmI3EuWV "The Tomb of Sir W. Scott, in Dryburgh Abbey [Sun Pictures In Scotland]")
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Photograph showing the ruins of Dryburgh Abbey, the site of the tomb of Sir Walter Scott. The view shows double arches with small rose windows above and carved arches and columns on top. The right arch is closed by an iron fence. There are trees and bushes in the foreground.
Provenance
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
'Sun Pictures in Scotland' was available via subscription. In the list of subscribers, Queen Victoria is the first name listed.
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Creator(s)
(photographer)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Salted paper print
Measurements
16.5 x 17.6 cm (image)
30.6 x 23.8 cm (page dimensions)
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Alternative title(s)
The Tomb of Sir W. Scott, in Dryburgh Abbey [Sun Pictures In Scotland]
