Photographic detail of an arch at Rievaulx Abbey by Cundall & Delamotte, 1855
Dates
- Creation: 1855
Extent
1 item
Language of Materials
- English
Shelfmark
MS. 23051 photogr. 170, item 3
Former reference:
Wilson Centre Accession Number: 84:0995
Biographical / Historical
Trained as a printer in Norfolk, Joseph Cundall came to London at the age of sixteen. He took an interest in illustrated children's books, first as an author, soon as a printer and publisher. He is best known for his invention of the Christmas card in 1846. He formed a partnership with photographer George Downes, and later with Philip Delamotte, and Robert Howlett, becoming a pioneer in photographic book illustration.
Custodial History
Purchased at Christie's UK, 25/10/1984, Lot 163.
Physical Facet
Albumen Paper Print
Repository Details
Part of the Bodleian Libraries Repository
Weston Library
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