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Exhibitions and records of works of art

Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art

UNKNOWN PERSON

'Cardinal York'

c. 1859

Albumen print? | RCIN 2866355

Photograph of a half-length portrait of Henry Benedict Clement Stuart, Cardinal Duke of York (1725-1807). The sitter faces to the left, turning his head to look at the viewer. He wears his robes of office with a cross, a short wig and a zucchetto.

At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of James Drummond (1816–1877), Esq., R.S.A., Edinburgh.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (artist)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert