A perspective view of the front of the British Museum from the West. The Museum originated in 1753 from the collection of Sir Hans Sloane. Montagu House was purchased in 1755 to display the items and the museum opened in 1759.

Date:

1870 - 1900

Location:

British Museum, Great Russell Street, Camden, Greater London Authority, Wc1

Reference:

DD97/00152

Type:

Photograph (Negative)