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JOHN JABEZ EDWIN MAYALL (1813-1901)

Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII (1841-1910)

9 Nov 1858

Salted paper print | 16.5 x 11.4 cm (image) | RCIN 2900149

Photograph of a full length portrait of Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII (1841-1919) standing, facing slightly to the left. He looks towards the camera. He wears a military uniform and holds a plumed hat in his right hand and a sword in his left hand.

  • Creator(s)

    John Jabez Edwin Mayall (1813-1901) (photographer)

  • The Prince of Wales./ Novr 9th 1858./ Mayall.

  • 16.5 x 11.4 cm (image)

    30.8 x 24.4 cm (whole object)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

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