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Robert Howlett (1831-58)

The 'Great Eastern' lying opposite Milford Haven 1857-58

Albumen print | 18.4 x 23.0 cm (image) | RCIN 2932781

The 'Great Eastern' lying opposite Milford Haven

Robert Howlett (1831-58)

The 'Great Eastern' lying opposite Milford Haven 1857-58

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Description

Photograph of the starboard of the SS Great Eastern with its paddle wheel on the side and six masts and five funnels. In the foreground lies a small rowing boat moored on the shoreline.

Provenance

Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Robert Howlett (1831-58)
(photographer)

Acquirer(s)

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

Subject(s)

Search the collection SS Great Eastern (steamship, launched 1858; scrapped 1889-90)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

albumen print

Measurements

18.4 x 23.0 cm (image)
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
Subject(s)
Science, Medicine and Technology
Engineering & Technology
Vessels (marine)
Ships
Steamships

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