Portraiture
Prince Albert was an early adopter of portrait photography
UNKNOWN PERSON
Baron Alexander Humboldt (1769-1859)
1858Albumen print | 19.5 x 15.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2906799
Photograph of a head and shoulder length portrait of Baron Alexander Humboldt, facing towards the camera. The photograph has been retouched to enhance darker areas.
Creator(s)
Unknown Person (photographer)
19.5 x 15.3 cm (image)
28.4 x 23.0 cm (page dimensions)
29.5 x 25.0 x 5.0 cm (album)
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
