Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
UNKNOWN PERSON
'Mary, Queen of Scots'
c. 1859Albumen print? | RCIN 2866324
Photograph of a head-and-shoulders portrait of Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-87). The sitter is facing three-quarters to the left and gazing at the viewer. She poses in a dark dress with a lace trimmed bonnet, ruff and veil. A three strand necklace is party visible around her neck.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of Colonel Fraser of Castle-Fraser, Aberdeenshire (1792-1871?).
At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of Colonel Fraser of Castle-Fraser, Aberdeenshire (1792-1871?).
Creator(s)
Unknown Person (artist)
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
