The Sailors' Home at Gravesend
A 12x10 negative. A photograph taken looking south-by-east from Custom House Pier at Gravesend, showing the Sailors' Home and neighbouring buildings. The Custom House and part of the earthwork of New Tavern Fort are visible on the left. The hexagonal timber built custom lookout is prominent. Dried out on shore is a small open boat with raised bulwarks. Three young men are seated on a bench and facing the camera.
Object Details
| ID: | G958 |
|---|---|
| Type: | Glass plate negative |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Creator: | F. C. Gould & Son |
| Date made: | 1893-1910 |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
| Measurements: | Overall: 254 mm x 304 mm |
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