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1. Photo 1087

Reference (shelfmark):
Photo 1087
Title:
Daguerreotype view of Calcutta, looking towards the Free Presbyterian Church. Photographer(s): Unknown
Scope & Content:
Half-plate daguerreotype in gilt metal mount, partially sealed with Indian newspaper, in plush lined folding leather case, with gilt clasps. In good condition, apart from slight warping of upper half of case.
Collection Area:
Visual Arts
Languages:
Not applicable
Date Range:
c 1850
Extent:
1 item

2. Photo 1087(1)

Reference (shelfmark):
Photo 1087(1)
Title:
Daguerreotype view of Calcutta, looking towards the Free Presbyterian Church. Photographer: Unknown
Scope & Content:
Genre: Landscape Photography Half-plate daguerreotype looking across the rooftops of Calcutta towards the spire of the Free Presbyterian Church in Wellesley Square. The church was opened in 1848. In the left foreground stands an imposing three-storey classical mansion. The view is taken from th...
Collection Area:
Visual Arts
Languages:
Not applicable
Date Range:
c 1850
Extent:
1 item

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