Memorial works
Following Albert’s premature death, Victoria commissioned the creation of photographs and decorative objects that memorialised her beloved husband
JOHN JABEZ EDWIN MAYALL (1813-1901)
Memorial tape measure
c. 1861Metal tape measure featuring photograph under glass | 3.5 x 3.4 cm (whole object) | RCIN 1589.1
Circular metal tape measure, featuring a photographic print of Prince Albert (1819-61) seated and holding a hat. There is an inscription on the back that reads 'In memory of his Royal Highness Albert, Prince Consort, Duke of Saxony'.
Creator(s)
John Jabez Edwin Mayall (1813-1901) (photographer)
Subject(s)
Prince Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61)3.5 x 3.4 cm (whole object)
- Acquired by Queen Victoria
Object type(s)
- measuring devices
- tape measures
- measuring devices
