Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
'Marquis of Montrose'
c. 1859Albumen print? | RCIN 2866332
Photograph of a three-quarter-length portrait of James Graham (1612-50), 1st Marquis of Montrose. The sitter stands facing to the right and turning his head slightly to look at the viewer. He is depicted with long hair, a moustache and a beard grown just below the lower lip. He wears a suit of armour with a high collar. He holds a baton in his right hand, while his left hand rests on his helmet laid on a table beside him.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was attributed to in the collection of Lord Panmure, Brechin Castle, Forfarshire. Subsequently, it was highly likely acquired by the National Galleries of Scotland.
Creator(s)
After a work previously attributed to Gerrit van Honthorst (Utrecht 1590-1656) (artist)
Subject(s)
James Graham, 1st Marquess of Montrose (1612-50)- Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
- visual works
