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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, Prince Consort (1819-61)

1861

Albumen print | 9.7 x 6.2 cm (mount) | RCIN 2514760

Photograph of a full-length portrait Prince Albert, Prince Consort leaning his left elbow on a pillar, there are balustrades behind him and part of a curtain to the left

  • Creator(s)

    John Jabez Edwin Mayall (1813-1901) (photographer)

  • 9.7 x 6.2 cm (mount)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

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