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Portraiture

Prince Albert was an early adopter of portrait photography

UNKNOWN PERSON

Princess Beatrice (1857-1944) at the time of her Confirmation

8 Jan 1874

Albumen print | 8.8 x 5.6 cm (image) | RCIN 2905658

Photograph of a full length portrait of Princess Beatrice (1857-1944) at the time of her Confirmation. She stands in front of a screen and balustrade, her back facing towards the camera.
  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

  • 8.8 x 5.6 cm (image)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria