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Photographs 1842-61

Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

UNKNOWN PERSON

Madonna after Raphael (in Lady Cowper's posession, Panshanger)

1868 copy after an original of c. 1855

Albumen print | 10.3 x 8.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2905894

Photograph of a painting of the Madonna, seated and holding the infant Christ with a landscape in the background. The frame is also shown.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

    William Bambridge (1819-79) (photographer)

    After Raphael (1483-1520) (artist)

    Subject(s)

    Blessed Virgin Mary
    Jesus Christ

  • 10.3 x 8.7 cm (image)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

  • Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
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