Prince Albert used photography to document exhibitions and works of art
After Petrus van Schendel (1806-70)
'Market Scene by Night' c.1863-5
Albumen print | 10.0 x 8.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2373705
Photograph of the painting 'Market Scene by Night' (RCIN 407532). The painting depicts three market sellers, two women, one man, gathered around a candle on an upturned basket. Various game is laid out on the basket. There are buildings in the background, illuminated by moonlight.
Photograph is from a folder of photographs of paintings and artworks displayed in Prince Albert's (1819-61) rooms. This painting was displayed in Prince Albert's dressing room, on the south side. This painting was purchased by Queen Victoria for £200, and given to Prince Albert on 26 Aug 1845.
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Creator(s)
After Petrus van Schendel (1806-70) (artist)
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annotation: (9.)/ The Prince Consort's Dressing Room/ South Side [upper mount]annotation: [above work] Market Scene by Night. [below work] P. VAN SCHENDEL. 1844./ Oil on Panel. 2ft 5 in x 2 ft. [around photograph]
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10.0 x 8.2 cm (image)
28.0 x 34.4 cm (mount)
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Acquired by Queen Victoria
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Object type(s)
- visual works
- albums
- photograph albums
- albums
Subject(s)
- Social sciences
- Ethnology
- Public life
- Street life
- Markets
- Street life
- Public life
- Ethnology
- Natural Sciences & Mathematics
- Zoology
- Animals
- Mammals
- Rabbits
- Birds
- Domestic fowl. Chickens
- Mammals
- Animals
- Astronomy
- Solar system
- Moon
- Solar system
- Zoology
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Agriculture and related techniques
- Animal husbandry
- Poultry
- Animal husbandry
- Home economics
- Furniture & accessories
- Furnishings
- Lighting Devices
- Candles
- Lighting Devices
- Furnishings
- Furniture & accessories
- Agriculture and related techniques
- 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.