Photographer
Maull and Polyblank Photographic Studio
Title
Studio Photograph of Sir John Lawrence, Viceroy of India (1864-1869)Datec.1859
MediumBlack and white photograph on card
Dimensions
12.8 x 9.7 cm
Credit LinePresented, John Northridge, 2014
Object numberNGI.2014.13.1
DescriptionFramed black and white copy of a studio photograph dating to 1859 by Maull and Polyblank, London. The photograph depicts Sir John Lawrence (1811-1879) who, although born in Yorkshire, had strong Irish connections. He rose through the ranks of the Indian Civil Service to become Viceroy in 1864, a post he held for five years.ProvenanceBy descent from Harriet Lawrence, the sitter's wife; presented, John Northridge, 2014