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    JOHN JABEZ EDWIN MAYALL (1813-1901)

    Prince Louis of Hesse, later Grand Duke of Hesse (1837-92)

    c. 1862

    Albumen print | RCIN 2117093

    Photograph of a full length portrait of Princess Louis of Hesse standing, facing halfway towards the left. He gazes ahead, away from the camera. He holds a hat and pair of gloves in his left hand and a cane in his right.

    • Creator(s)

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

      Previously attributed to Unknown Person (photographer)

      Subject(s)

      Ludwig IV, Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine (1837-92)
    • Acquired and arranged by Princess Helena

    • Object type(s)
        • visual works
          • photographs
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