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
'Robert Grant of Lurg'
c. 1859Albumen print? | RCIN 2866354
Photograph of a half-length portrait of Robert Grant of Lurg (1678-1771) in highland dress. The sitter is facing to the viewer, extending his right hand towards his left hip to reach for his musket. He has a long beard without moustache and wears a plumed beret.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of The Earl of Seafield, Castle Grant, Inverness-shire.
Creator(s)
Unknown Person (artist)
Subject(s)
Robert Grant of Lurg- Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
- visual works
