Kilburn, William Edward

Region: United Kingdom    Period: 1850–1890    Occupation: Photographer   William Edward Kilburn
* 28 November 1818, London, England   † 11 December 1891, England

William Edward Kilburn was a daguerreotypist who operated a photographic studio at 234 Regent Street in London. He produced photographic portraits of members of the British royal family. In recognition of his work, he was granted the title Photographist to Her Majesty and His Royal Highness Prince Albert. Kilburn also developed a viewing case designed for stereo daguerreotypes.

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Daguerreotype  Daguerreotypist   Kilburn viewing case

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