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Miscellaneous views of India, mainly Calcutta. Photographer(s): Unknown.
Catalogue reference: Photo 786
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This record is about the Miscellaneous views of India, mainly Calcutta. Photographer(s): Unknown. dating from c 1858-1860s.
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Reference (The unique identifier to the record described, used to order and refer to it)
- Photo 786
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Title (The name of the record)
- Miscellaneous views of India, mainly Calcutta. Photographer(s): Unknown.
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Date (When the record was created)
- c 1858-1860s
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Description (What the record is about)
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Collection of loose modern copy prints from originals (probably in an album) of unknown source. The original captions on the prints have been included with the copy prints. The majority of the views show scenes in and around Calcutta, although there are a few views (prints 18-21) from further afield. There are no acquisition details, and the originals were presumably loaned for copying by a private owner. Process = Gelatine silver prints.
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Held by (Who holds the record)
- British Library: Asian and African Studies
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Language (The language of the record)
- Not applicable
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Physical description (The amount and form of the record)
- 21 items
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Unrestricted. Appointment Required to view these records. Please consult Asian and African Studies Print Room staff.
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Immediate source of acquisition (When and where the record was acquired from)
- Unknown.
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Physical condition (Aspects of the physical condition of the record that may affect or limit its use)
- Dimensions: 203 mm x 253 mm.
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Record URL
- https://beta.nationalarchives.gov.uk/catalogue/id/aa99caf9-4552-40bb-94f9-6d3e6f47c678/
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Miscellaneous views of India, mainly Calcutta. Photographer(s): Unknown.