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Photographs 1842-61

Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

ROGER FENTON (1819-69)

Prince Nicholas of Nassau (1832-1905)

3 - 3 Nov 1854

Albumen print | 17.9 x 13.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2906181

Photograph of a three-quarter length portrait of Prince Nicholas of Nassau (1832-1905) seated, looking towards the viewer. His left leg is crossed over his right and he holds a cane in his right hand. He wears a light colour shirt, patterned bowtie, dark colour jacket and dark colour trousers.
  • Creator(s)

    Roger Fenton (1819-69) (photographer)

    Subject(s)

    Nikolaus, Prince of Nassau (1832-1905)
  • 17.9 x 13.2 cm (image)

  • From an album of photographs collected and arranged by Prince Albert

  • Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs