Prince Albert used photography to document exhibitions and works of art
Francis Bedford (1815-94)
Indian Embroidered apron, 1853-4 1853-54
Albumen print | 17.7 x 12.8 cm (image) | RCIN 2800240
Photograph of an Indian embroidered apron. The apron is embroidered with a floral design, featuring a thin outer border, and a wider inner border. A spray of flowers protrudes into the bare central panel from the lower left corner.
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Creator(s)
View person pageFrancis Bedford (1815-94) (photographer)
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17.7 x 12.8 cm (image)
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'Indian Embroidered Apron'
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Commissioned by Henry Cole. Later acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
Subject(s)
- Places
- Europe
- Great Britain
- England
- Greater London [England]
- London [Greater London]
- City of Westminster
- Marlborough House [London]
- City of Westminster
- London [Greater London]
- Greater London [England]
- England
- Great Britain
- Asia
- India
- Europe
- Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
- Art needlework
- Embroidery
- Decorative techniques & surface decoration
- Floral decorations
- Decorative motifs
- Art needlework
- 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.