Portrait of an older woman writing a letter
Photograph
ca. late 19th century (photographed)
ca. late 19th century (photographed)
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An unmounted sepia toned photograph of an older woman seated in a chair at a writing desk, writing a letter. She wears a dark dress, shawl and feather fan.
Object details
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| Title | Portrait of an older woman writing a letter (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | albumen print |
| Brief description | Photograph by Cyril Howe Studios, 'Portrait of an older woman writing a letter', possibly albumen print, ca. late 19th century |
| Physical description | An unmounted sepia toned photograph of an older woman seated in a chair at a writing desk, writing a letter. She wears a dark dress, shawl and feather fan. |
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| Marks and inscriptions | 2-00' Note pencil, verso, paper |
| 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 298 is labelled 'Photographs from Cyril Howe Purchase'. |
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| Accession number | RPS.381-2025 |
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| Record created | February 10, 2025 |
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