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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

    JOHN JABEZ EDWIN MAYALL (1813-1901)

    Prince Albert (1819-61) ornament

    1861

    Photographic 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
      Object type(s)
        • costume
          • costume accessories
            • badges
              • commemorative badges
        • visual works
          • prints
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