Prince Albert used photography to document exhibitions and works of art
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67)
'The Queen of James IV'; The Trinity Altarpiece 1857
Albumen print | 27.4 x 14.1 cm (image) | RCIN 2372828
Photograph of a panel from 'The Trinity Altarpiece'. The panel depicts Margaret of Denmark, wife of James III, kneeling, facing left. Saint George stands behind her, wearing armour and holding a flag featuring St. George's Cross. The panel is photographed in a frame. At the bottom of the frame is a metal plaque containing citation information.
At the time of the photograph, the panel was attributed to Jan Gossaert, or Jan Mabuse. The work is now attributed to Hugo van der Goes. The panels were lent to the 1857 Manchester Exhibition by Queen Victoria. The work (RCIN 403260) is in the Royal Collection.
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Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
After Hugo van der Goes (c. 1440-1482) (artist)
Subject(s)
Margaret of Denmark, Queen of Scotland (1456-86)Saint George -
27.4 x 14.1 cm (image)
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From an album presented to Prince Albert
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Object type(s)
- visual works
- albums
- photograph albums
- albums
Subject(s)
- Genealogy and Heraldry
- Flags
- visual works
In Partnership with
The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.