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John Burke (1843-1900)
The Camp on Shergai Heights, looking south - showing the Old Fort and hills towards Bazar 1878-80
Albumen print | 21.1 x 31.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2702067
John Burke (1843-1900)
The Camp on Shergai Heights, looking south - showing the Old Fort and hills towards Bazar 1878-80
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Photograph showing topographical view of the British army camp at Shagai, a plateau surrounded by the Shergai Heights in the Khyber Pass region, Pakistan. Tents, camels, buffalo, horses and soldiers occupy most of the scene. The Old Fort of Ali Masjid and large hills beyond can be seen in the distance.
Provenance
Photograph in album presented by the Earl of Lytton (1831-91), Viceroy of India to Queen Victoria in 1880
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
21.1 x 31.3 cm (image)
34.1 x 46.4 cm (page dimensions)
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Alternative title(s)
The Camp on Shergai Heights, Looking South - Showing the Old Fort & Hills Towards Bazar: Photographs, India, Presented by Lord Lytton, 1880
