Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
AFTER HIPPOLYTE PAUL DELAROCHE (1797-1856)
'Mr Émile Pereire'
1857-58Albumen print? | RCIN 2160821
Photograph of a painting by Paul Delaroche, created around 1855 and now in the collection of the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique. This three-quarter length portrait of Émile Jacob Pereire (1800-1875) depicts the French financier standing, facing a quarter to the left and looking at the viewer. His hands are clasped in front of him, with his left hand holding a top hat. Piles of documents are placed on a desk in the background.
Creator(s)
After Hippolyte Paul Delaroche (1797-1856) (artist)
Robert Jefferson Bingham (1825-70) (photographer)
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
