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Cathedral Giralda, Seville c.1859
Albumen print | 41.0 x 31.0 cm (image) | RCIN 2700139
Charles Clifford (1819-62)
Cathedral Giralda, Seville c.1859
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Photograph of Seville Cathedral's bell tower, or Giralda, which stands at over 340 feet. The tower is richly decorated. The bronze female figure located on top of the tower is known as El Giraldillo and was executed in the 16th century. The figure holds the banner of Constantine. Mueddin summoned Muslims to prayer from this tower.
The Giralda occupies the site of the former Minaret that was part of the original Mosque built by the Moors.Provenance
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
41.0 x 31.0 cm (image)
41.0 x 54.0 cm (page dimensions)
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Alternative title(s)
Photographic Souvenir of Spain Vol. II, 1861
