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Memorial works

Following Albert’s premature death, Victoria commissioned the creation of photographs and decorative objects that memorialised her beloved husband

AFTER MATTHEW NOBLE (1818-76)

From the Sketch of a Colossal Bust for Bath, by M. Noble

c. 1862

Albumen print | 24.1 x 13.4 cm (image) | RCIN 2800249

Photograph of a sculptural bust of Prince Albert (1819-61), displayed on a plinth. Prince Albert is shown gazing forward, with drapery hanging over his shoulders. The plinth is carved with a wreath that surrounds text reading `ALBERT THE GOOD'.

The sculpture was intended to be displayed in Bath.

  • Creator(s)

    After Matthew Noble (1818-76) (sculptor)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

    Subject(s)

    Prince Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61)
    Matthew Noble (1818-76)

  • 24.1 x 13.4 cm (image)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

  • Subject(s)
    • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
      • Plastic arts
        • Sculpture
          • Statues
          • Busts
      • Decorative techniques & surface decoration
        • Floral decorations
          • Wreaths
            • Wreaths-Foliage
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
        • albums
          • photograph albums
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