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

CAMILLE SILVY (1834-1910)

Prince Albert (1819-61)

1861

Albumen print | 9.7 x 6.4 cm (whole object) | RCIN 2514752

Photograph of a full length portrait of Prince Albert (1819-61) standing, leaning against a column. He holds a top hat in his right hand. To his left is a chair on which sits a portfolio of prints or drawings. Prince Albert holds the folio together with his left hand. To his right is a small table on which sits a statuette of Venus.

  • Creator(s)

    Camille Silvy (1834-1910) (photographer)

  • 9.7 x 6.4 cm (whole object)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

  • Subject(s)
    • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
      • Plastic arts
        • Sculpture
          • Statues
            • Statuettes
    • Organisation
      • Documentation
        • Books
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