Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
AFTER HIPPOLYTE PAUL DELAROCHE (1797-1856)
'Général Bertrand'
1857-58Albumen print? | RCIN 2160777
Photograph of a painting by Paul Delaroche, created in 1842 and now on display at the Château Malmaison (Inv. no. MV 5326). This portrait of Henri-Gratien, comte Bertrand (1773-1844), depicts the French general facing a quarter to the left. His right hand is tucked inside his uniform's waistcoat. The painting has been photographed in its original frame.
Creator(s)
After Hippolyte Paul Delaroche (1797-1856) (artist)
Robert Jefferson Bingham (1825-70) (photographer)
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
