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Hughes & Mullins (1883-1917)
Sir Joseph Paxton (1801-65) 1888 after an original of c.1860
Carbon print | 8.2 x 5.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2911220
Hughes & Mullins (1883-1917)
Sir Joseph Paxton (1801-65) 1888 after an original of c.1860
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Photograph of a full length portrait of Sir Joseph Paxton, seated at a table, facing three-quarters to the left. He looks ahead, away from the camera. He holds a cane in his right hand.
Paxton is best known as the designer of the Crystal Palace, the purpose built exhibition site of the Great Exhibition in 1851.Provenance
Acquired by Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Carbon print
Measurements
8.2 x 5.5 cm (image)
9.4 x 6.0 cm (mount)
23.0 x 18.0 cm (page dimensions)
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