Photographic views of Singapore, Malaya, Indonesia, and Borneo, 1865-1875
Photographic panoramas, streetscenes, landscapes and potraits mainly in Singapore, with some in Malaysia.
Dates
- Creation: 1865-1875
Extent
68 items
Language of Materials
- English
Shelfmark
MS. 23051 photogr. 116
Former reference:
Wilson Centre Accession Number: 92:4748
Biographical / Historical
G.R. Lambert and Co. had branches in Kuala Lumpur, Sumatra, Singapore and Bangkok. They were known for being photographers to the King of Siam and the Sultan of Johore. Labelled photographs are thought to be Lambert & Co., but the unmarked photographs may be by other unknown photographers.
Custodial History
Purchased at Christie's UK, 29/10/1981, lot 237.
Physical Facet
Albumen paper prints
Creator
Repository Details
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