Gezicht op Battle Abbey by Wm. E. Thorpe

Gezicht op Battle Abbey before 1875

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"Gezicht op Battle Abbey" is a black and white photograph by Wm. E. Thorpe, dating from before 1875. The photograph depicts the historic Battle Abbey, a Benedictine monastery in Sussex, England, known for its role in the Norman conquest of England. Thorpe's photograph captures the abbey's grand architectural details, including the intricate stonework and the expansive courtyard. This small-scale photograph (99 mm x 140 mm) offers a glimpse into the abbey's historical significance and architectural beauty.