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Francis Bedford (1815-94)

Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: Indian Embroidered Matchlock Accroutrements 1854

Albumen print | 18.2 x 13.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2800238

'Indian Embroidered Matchlock Accoutrements'

Francis Bedford (1815-94)

'Indian Embroidered Matchlock Accoutrements' 1854

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Description

Photograph showing a curled powder flask, at the centre, and three other containers for firearms accessories. All objects are embroidered in a similar flowerhead design.

Provenance

Commissioned by Henry Cole. Later acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Francis Bedford (1815-94)
(photographer)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page Victoria, Queen of the United Kingdom (1819-1901)

Search the collection View the person page Prince Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61)

Commissioner(s)

Search the collection Henry Cole (1808-82)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

albumen print

Measurements

18.2 x 13.3 cm (image)
Groupings
Category
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Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
Subject(s)
Places
Europe
Great Britain
England
Greater London [England]
London [Greater London]
City of Westminster [London]
Marlborough House [London]
Asia
India
Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
Art needlework
Embroidery
Decorative techniques & surface decoration
Floral decorations
Science, Medicine and Technology
Engineering & Technology
Military engineering
Arms (weapons)
Firearms
Guns
Containers
Bags (containers)
References

Alternative title(s)

'Indian Embroidered Matchlock Accoutrements'

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