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Charles Clifford (1819-62)
Puerta de Santa Maria, Burgos c. 1858
Albumen print | 40.5 x 30.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2700122
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Photograph of the Puerta de Santa Maria in the city of Burgos, in northern Spain. Above the main archway are six niches with statues flanked by crenallated bartizans. At the top of the gateway are further, smaller turrets.
The Santa Maria gate formed the main entrance into Burgos across the River Arlaneon. It was constructed during the 14th century to honour the arrival of the Emperor Charles V.Provenance
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
40.5 x 30.5 cm (image)
41.0 x 54.0 cm (page dimensions)
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Alternative title(s)
Photographic Souvenir of Spain Vol II, Charles Clifford
