[Milles album]. [ca. 1860-1870].

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[Milles album]. [ca. 1860-1870].

The collection consists of 21 photocollages from a disbound album which belonged to (and was most likely made by) the Hon. Mrs. Milles. The majority of photocollages are composed of photographic portraits of family members and friends "placed" into watercolor and ink landscapes, seascapes, and house interiors. Individuals pictured include: Col. Atherley, the Duke of Athole, the Countess of Bective, Capt. Gambier, Blanche Hall, H. and Mrs. Harbord, George Harris, Lady Hastings, the Lees Court Eleven (cricket team), Viscount and Viscountess Malden, Harry Milles, Mary Milles, Mrs. Milles, Lewis Milles, Mrs. Pemberton, the Prince and Princesses of Wales and their children, Queen Victoria, Lord and Lady Sondes, Gilbert and Mrs. Stracey, Fanny Stracey, Col. Henry Stracey, and Viscount St. Vincent. Most portraits are identified.

1 album, disbound (21 photocollages) : albumen prints, watercolor, ink ; pages 33.8 x 25.1 cm. or smaller.

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