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THOMAS RICHARD WILLIAMS (1825-71)

Princess Helena (1846-1923)

Dec 1856

Salted paper print | 11.3 x 8.8 cm (image) | RCIN 2900085

Photograph of  a full length portrait of Princess Helena (1846-1923) seated by a smal circular table on which there are two books. The Princess holds one of the books. Princess Helena faces towards the left and turns her head to the right, looking away from the camera. She wears a short-sleeved dress and a necklace.

  • Creator(s)

    Thomas Richard Williams (1825-71) (photographer)

  • Princess Helena./ Dec: 1856./ By Mr. Williams.

  • 11.3 x 8.8 cm (image)

    31.0 x 24.7 cm (whole object)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

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RCIN 2900085 - Princess Helena (1846-1923)