Prince Albert was an early adopter of portrait photography
Unknown Person
Horace Wigan (c.1851-85) in 'Boots at the Swan' c.1880 copy of an original of c.1860
Carbon print | 23.1 x 17.5 cm (page dimensions) | RCIN 2913663
Photograph of a full length portrait of the British actor Horace Wigan (c.1851-85) standing, facing slightly towards the right. He turns his head and looks towards the camera. He is dressed in costume as a character from 'Boots at the Swan's. He appears to hold a lollipop to his mouth.
-
Creator(s)
Unknown Person (photographer)
Subject(s)
Horace Wigan (c.1851-85) -
annotation: Mr Horace Wigan in "Boots at the Swan."/ Reproduced. [beneath work]
-
23.1 x 17.5 cm (page dimensions)
9.6 x 6.3 cm (mount)
8.8 x 5.2 cm (image)
-
Acquired by Prince Albert
-
Object type(s)
- visual works
- albums
- photograph albums
- photographs
- cartes-de-visite
- albums
- visual works
In Partnership with
The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.