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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.

  • Creator(s)

    After Petrus van Schendel (1806-70) (artist)

  • 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]
  • 10.0 x 8.2 cm (image)

    28.0 x 34.4 cm (mount)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

  • Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • albums
          • photograph albums
    Subject(s)
    • Social sciences
      • Ethnology
        • Public life
          • Street life
            • Markets
    • Natural Sciences & Mathematics
      • Zoology
        • Animals
          • Mammals
            • Rabbits
          • Birds
            • Domestic fowl. Chickens
      • Astronomy
        • Solar system
          • Moon
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Agriculture and related techniques
        • Animal husbandry
          • Poultry
      • Home economics
        • Furniture & accessories
          • Furnishings
            • Lighting Devices
              • Candles