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)
Prince Albert (1819-61) ornament
1861Photographic print under glass, presented on velvet pad | 5.0 x 3.7 cm (whole object) | RCIN 1587
A photographic portrait of Prince Albert (1819-61) seated, holding a hat, mounted on pink backing on a circular red velvet pad. The print is displayed under glass. On the verso is a memorial inscription, shown under glass. The object may have functioned as an ornament.
Creator(s)
John Jabez Edwin Mayall (1813-1901) (photographer)
England (nationality)
Subject(s)
Prince Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61)5.0 x 3.7 cm (whole object)
- Acquired by Queen Victoria
Subject(s)
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Industries, Crafts and Trades
- Clothing
- Headgear
- Hats
- Headgear
- Clothing
- Industries, Crafts and Trades
Object type(s)
- costume
- costume accessories
- badges
- commemorative badges
- badges
- costume accessories
- visual works
- prints
- Science, Medicine and Technology
