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    JOHN JABEZ EDWIN MAYALL (1813-1901)

    Prince Albert (1819-61) and Queen Victoria (1819-1901)

    1860

    Albumen print | 8.2 x 5.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2915701

    Photograph of a full-length double portrait of Prince Albert and Queen Victoria. The Queen is seated, facing right, her face captured in profile. She looks towards her husband who stands beside her, gazing down at a book he holds in his hands in front of his chest.

    • Creator(s)

      John Jabez Edwin Mayall (1813-1901) (photographer)

    • 8.2 x 5.3 cm (image)

    • Acquired and arranged by Prince Arthur

    • Subject(s)
      • Philosophy & Psychology
        • Psychology
          • Physical and Mental Activities
            • Reading (activity)
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