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Robert Howlett (1831-58)

'Lavinia Viscountess Althorp' 1857

Albumen print | 18.5 x 15.1 cm (image) | RCIN 2081511

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Photograph of a painting of Lavinia, Countess Spencer by Joshua Reynolds (1723-92). The painting depicts the sitter half length, facing the viewer. She wears a lace cap, tied beneath her chin, and a fur lined coat.

  • Creator(s)

    Robert Howlett (1831-58) (photographer)

    After Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-92) (artist)

  • 18.5 x 15.1 cm (image)

    54.5 x 35.8 cm (page dimensions)

  • Presented to Prince Albert

  • Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
    Subject(s)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Industries, Crafts and Trades
        • Clothing
          • Headgear
            • Hats
              • Bonnets
          • Collars
            • Fur collars
        • Textile Fibres
          • Lace
    • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
      • Art
        • Paintings
          • Paintings-British school