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 SIR JOSHUA REYNOLDS (1723-92)
'Lady Forbes of Pitsligo'
c. 1859Albumen print? | RCIN 2866360
Photograph of a half-length portrait of Elizabeth, Lady Forbes (c. 1750-1802). The sitter faces the viewer, tilting her head slightly to left. She wears a silk shawl and a simple dress with embroidered neckline. Her hair is dressed high, adorned with pearls and feathers on top. A wooded landscape can be seen in the background, to the right.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was attributed to Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-92) and was in the collection of Mrs George Forbes, Moniack Castle, Inverness-shire.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was attributed to Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-92) and was in the collection of Mrs George Forbes, Moniack Castle, Inverness-shire.
Creator(s)
After Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-92) (artist)
Subject(s)
Lady Elizabeth Forbes- Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
- visual works
