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)
Queen Victoria (1819-1901) and Princess Alexandra of Denmark, later Queen Alexandra (1844-1925)
Nov 1862Albumen print | RCIN 2927027
Photograph of a full length double portrait of Queen Victoria and Princess Alexandra of Denmark. The Queen is seated and gazes downwards. The Princess crouches beside her and gazes towards the Queen. They both wear mourning dress.
Creator(s)
John Jabez Edwin Mayall (1813-1901) (photographer)
Subject(s)
- Social sciences
- Ethnology
- Mourning
- Ethnology
- Social sciences
