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Children's albums

Children's albums

KING EDWARD VII, KING OF THE UNITED KINGDOM (1841-1910)

'Lord Valetort [sic]'

1857

Salted paper print | 11.2 x 8.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2917861

Photograph of a full length portrait of William Edgcumbe, Viscount Valletort (1832-1917) standing, facing towards the camera. He holds a book in his left hand. On his left stands a small table with books on it. He poses in front of sheets placed as a backdrop.

  • Creator(s)

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    King Edward VII, King of the United Kingdom (1841-1910) (photographer)

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    King Edward VII, King of the United Kingdom (1841-1910) (royal creator)

  • 11.2 x 8.7 cm (image)

  • From an album compiled by Princess Helena