Memorial works
Following Albert’s premature death, Victoria commissioned the creation of photographs and decorative objects that memorialised her beloved husband
MESSRS. DAY (ACTIVE 1850S-1860S)
The Duchess of Kent and Princess Alice
Apr 1860Albumen print | 9.5 x 6.3 cm (whole object) | RCIN 2418602
Photograph of a full length, double portrait of the Duchess of Kent (1786-1861) and Princess Alice (1843-78) taken at Buckingham Palace. The Duchess stands on the right. Princess Alice stands on the left, eyes cast down. She holds her grandmother's hand.
Photograph contained in an envelope marked A. (Silvy).
Photograph contained in an envelope marked A. (Silvy).
Creator(s)
Messrs. Day (active 1850s-1860s) (photographer)
9.5 x 6.3 cm (whole object)
A label on a brass tablet (RCIN 55344) suggests that the photograph was 'always placed on the Queen's writing table'
