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Photographs 1842-61

Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

ROGER FENTON (1819-69)

'Princess Helena as "The Spirit Empress"'

18 May 1854

Albumen print | 12.3 x 7.4 cm (whole object) | RCIN 2800673

Photograph of a full length portrait of Princess Helena (1846-1923) dressed in costume as 'The Spirit Empress'. She wears a crown, light colour robe and light colour dress. She appears to be standing on a plinth.

She is dressed for a performance of the tableaux of the seasons.
  • Creator(s)

    Roger Fenton (1819-69) (photographer)

    Subject(s)

    Princess Helena (1846-1923)
  • 12.3 x 7.4 cm (whole object)

  • From an album collected and arranged by Prince Albert

  • Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs