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Portraiture

Prince Albert was an early adopter of portrait photography

WILLIAM BAMBRIDGE (1820-79)

Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII (1840-1910), at his confirmation

1 Apr 1858

Salted paper print | 16.7 x 12.4 cm (image) | RCIN 2900127

Photograph of a full length portrait of Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII (1841-1910). The Prince is kneeling at an altar rail, facing away from the camera. He holds a prayer book in his right hand. There is drapery in the background.

Photograph taken at the Prince of Wales' confirmation at Windsor Castle.

  • Creator(s)

    William Bambridge (1820-79) (photographer)

  • The Prince of Wales at his confirmation./ Windsor Castle. 1. April/ 1858./ By Mr Bambridge.

  • 16.7 x 12.4 cm (image)

    31.0 x 24.7 cm (whole object)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

  • Subject(s)
    • Religion & Theology
      • Religions and faiths
        • Christianity
          • Christian church in general
            • Sacraments
              • Confirmation (sacrament)
          • Practical theology (Christian). Religious practices. Ascetic and mystical theology
            • Prayers. Prayer books. Bible reading
    • Places
      • Europe
        • Great Britain
          • England
            • Berkshire [England]
              • Windsor [Berkshire]
                • Windsor Castle
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