Memorial works
Following Albert’s premature death, Victoria commissioned the creation of photographs and decorative objects that memorialised her beloved husband
ALEXANDER LAMONT HENDERSON (1838-1907)
Prince Albert (1819-61)
c.1878Photographic reproduction on enamel | 7.1 x 5.2 x 0.1 cm (whole object) | RCIN 53505
A slightly convex oval enamel plaque with enamelled reproduction of a photograph of Prince Albert (1819-61). Prince Albert is depicted in a half-length portrait, looking to the left.
Photograph taken in 1861.
Creator(s)
Alexander Lamont Henderson (1838-1907) (enameller)
After Camille Silvy (1834-1910) (photographer)
7.1 x 5.2 x 0.1 cm (whole object)
Acquired by Queen Victoria
