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 Beaton'
c. 1859Albumen print? | RCIN 2866327
Photograph of a half-length portrait of Mary Beaton (1543-98), lady-in-waiting of Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-87). The sitter is facing slightly to the left and gazing at the viewer. Richly clad, she poses in a dark embroidered dress with lace-trimmed cuffs and high collar. A multi-strand pearl necklace hangs across her body from right shoulder to left hip.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of Admiral Bethune of Balfour, Fifeshire (1802-84). In 1913, it was highly likely acquired by the National Galleries of Scotland.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of Admiral Bethune of Balfour, Fifeshire (1802-84). In 1913, it was highly likely acquired by the National Galleries of Scotland.
Creator(s)
Unknown Person (artist)
Subject(s)
Mary Beaton- Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
- visual works
