Lyon and Turnbull's auction of Rare Books, Manuscripts, Maps and Photographs on 7 February 2024 includes five lots, each with a photograph from Robert Howlett of views and portraits of those connected with the Great Eastern. They comprise:
- Group portrait of Isambard Kingdom Brunel and associates at the launching of the Great Eastern, 1857
- Hull and paddle-wheel of the Great Eastern, c.1857
- Hull, paddle-wheel and chain-drum of the Great Eastern, c.1857
- Starboard bow of the Great Eastern, 12th November 1857
- Three photographs of the Great Eastern, 1857
Estimates range from £400 to £3000.
Details: https://www.lyonandturnbull.com/auctions/rare-books-manuscripts-maps-and-photographs-773
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