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William Bambridge (1810-79)

Luis I, King of Portugal (1838-89) 1863

Albumen print | 8.5 x 5.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2908046

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Photograph of a full length portrait of Luis I, King of Portugal (1838-89) standing facing front. He wears a military uniform with high boots, insignia and sash. He holds a sword in his left hand.
  • Creator(s)

    William Bambridge (1810-79) (photographer)

    Subject(s)
    Luís I, King of Portugal (1838-89)
  • 8.5 x 5.7 cm (image)

    9.7 x 6.4 cm (mount)

    22.7 x 18.0 cm (page dimensions)

    23.9 x 19.4 x 5.9 cm (album)

  • Louis, King of Portugal, 1863. [Album: Photographs. Royal Portraits, vol.49]

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

  • Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
          • cartes-de-visite