Photograph by A.P. Maudslay

A striking monochrome portrait of a woman in profile by Alfred Percival Maudslay captures the evocative textures of late 19th-century photography, inviting you to explore this rare piece of colonial history.

alfred percival maudslay

Explore the archaeology & photography of Alfred Percival Maudslay! Discover his pioneering work in Central America & the South Pacific, preserving Mayan ruins & ethnographic materials.

British Museum

Explore human history & culture at the British Museum! Discover iconic artifacts from around the world – ancient Egypt to modern art. A must-see London landmark.