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Carte de visite of Bishop Hale
c. 1868Subcollections
Overview
A carte de visit of Bishop Hale.
Historical information
Mathew Blagden Hale (1811-1895), was the first Anglican Bishop of Perth (1856-1875).
The carte de visite was a type of small photograph. These photograph cards were traded among friends and visitors and albums for the collection and display of cards became a common fixture in Victorian parlors.
This carte de visit was given to a member of the Morrell family, who were staunch supporters of the Anglican Church.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-72-GMME0433
Item type
Material
Width
63 mm
Height or length
102 mm
Depth
2 mm
Inscriptions and markings
Written on reverse in biro - Bishop Hale.
Contextual information
This is one of eleven carte de visites in the Morrell family collection.
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Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Social or spiritual significance
Comparative significance criteria
Object’s condition or completeness
Rare or representative
Well provenanced
Last modified
Friday, 26 November, 2021
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Carte de visite of Bishop Hale
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