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Views of the exterior and interior of the boundary marker. Of especial interest are its obelisk-like shape, hollow interior, and inscriptions on all four sides.

This watercolour is of a survey party in the woods, with a surveyor visible in the tent. Estcourt wrote in a letter that "when once the tent is tried it will always be preferred." Although he did not enjoy the ever-present mosquitoes, he enjoyed his…

This photo of Estcourt was taken in 1855 during the Crimean War. He died of cholera that same year.

This photo of Estcourt was taken in 1855 during the Crimean War. He died of cholera that same year.

This photo of Estcourt was taken in 1855 during the Crimean War. He died of cholera that same year.

Caroline Bucknall was an amateur naturalist and painter who accompanied her husband James Bucknall Bucknall Estcourt on his military postings. She owned this portable