Edited portrait of a seated man reading
Photograph
ca. late 19th century (photographed)
ca. late 19th century (photographed)
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A mounted sepia toned photograph of an older man wearing a dark jacket, seated in chair reading a piece of paper, held in his right hand. The photograph appears to have been edited, , possibly painted.
Object details
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| Title | Edited portrait of a seated man reading (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | chloro bromide |
| Brief description | Photograph by Cyril Howe Studios, 'Edited portrait of a seated man reading', possibly chlorobromide print, ca. late 19th century |
| Physical description | A mounted sepia toned photograph of an older man wearing a dark jacket, seated in chair reading a piece of paper, held in his right hand. The photograph appears to have been edited, , possibly painted. |
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| Marks and inscriptions | lo. Cl. J £4-00' Note pencil, verso, mount |
| Credit line | The Royal Photographic Society Collection at the V&A, acquired with the generous assistance of the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Art Fund |
| Object history | XRP 297 is labelled 'Cyril Howe Auction - Men'. The photographs are arranged in ring bound plastic sleeves. |
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| Accession number | RPS.292-2025 |
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| Record created | February 10, 2025 |
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