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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

UNKNOWN PERSON

'The beloved monument'; Prince Albert (1819-61) effigy, Royal Mausoleum

1862-3

Albumen print | 5.6 x 7.9 cm (image) | RCIN 2513492

Photograph of a close up view of the effigy of Prince Albert (1819-61) in the Royal Mausoleum, Frogmore. The Prince is depicted in the Robes of the Garter. He is portrayed recumbent and appears as if he is asleep.  

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

    Subject(s)

    Baron Carlo Marochetti (1805-67)
    Prince Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61)

  • annotation: The beloved monument [beneath work]

  • 5.6 x 7.9 cm (image)

    9.4 x 6.1 cm (page dimensions)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

  • Subject(s)
    • Places
      • Europe
        • Great Britain
          • England
            • Berkshire [England]
              • Windsor [Berkshire]
                • Windsor Home Park
                  • Frogmore Estate [Windsor Home Park]
                    • Royal Mausoleum [Frogmore Estate]
    • Social sciences
      • Ethnology
        • Mourning
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • albums
          • photograph albums
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