Prince Albert used photography to document exhibitions and works of art
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67)
'Children of Charles Ist' 1857
Albumen print | 20.6 x 25.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2081350
Photograph of a painting of the five eldest children of Charles I (1600-49) by Sir Anthony van Dyck (1599-1641). In the full length group portrait, the five children are posed with two dogs.
The painting is held by the Royal Collection, RCIN 404405.
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Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
Subject(s)
Charles I, King of Great Britain (1600-49) -
20.6 x 25.2 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)
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Presented to Prince Albert
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Object type(s)
- visual works
- albums
- photograph albums
- albums
Subject(s)
- Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
- Art
- Paintings
- Paintings-English school
- Paintings
- Art
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Agriculture and related techniques
- Animal husbandry
- Dogs
- Animal husbandry
- Agriculture and related techniques
- People
- Children
- visual works
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The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.