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Roger Fenton (1819-69)

'John Macdonald. The Prince's Jager' 8 - 8 Feb 1854

Albumen print | 17.9 x 15.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2905992

Description

Photograph of a full length portrait of the Jager John Macdonald, kneeling on the ground, facing the camera front on. He holds a dead bird in his right hand and supports himself on a rifle, which he in with his left hand. There are an array of dead animals positioned in front of him.

Provenance

From an album of photographs collected and arranged by Prince Albert
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Roger Fenton (1819-69)
(photographer)

Acquirer(s)

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

Subject(s)

Search the collection John MacDonald (d. 1860)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

albumen print

Measurements

17.9 x 15.7 cm (image)
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
Subject(s)
Science, Medicine and Technology
Engineering & Technology
Military engineering
Arms (weapons)
Firearms
Rifles

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