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    JOHN JABEZ EDWIN MAYALL (1813-1901)

    Princess Alice, later Grand Duchess of Hesse and by Rhine (1843-78)

    1861

    Albumen print | 8.9 x 5.9 cm (image) | RCIN 2117024

    Photograph of a full length portrait of Princess Alice standing, facing left. She turns her head slightly towards the camera. She holds a book up with both hands. Photograph taken at Buckingham Palace.

    • Creator(s)

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

      Subject(s)

      Princess Alice, Grand Duchess of Hesse & by Rhine (1843-78)

    • 8.9 x 5.9 cm (image)

    • Acquired and arranged by Princess Helena

    • Place of Production
      Buckingham Palace
    • Object type(s)
        • visual works
          • photographs
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