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Princess Helena (1846-1923) in her wedding dress

6 - 6 Jul 1866

Albumen print | 8.8 x 6 cm (image) | RCIN 2905645

Photograph of a full length portrait of Princess Helena (1846-1923) in her wedding dress. She stands, facing right, and turns her head towards the camera. She wears a veil and floral hairpiece, and a dress decorated with floral motifs. She holds a fan in her hands.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

    Subject(s)

    Princess Helena (1846-1923)

  • 8.8 x 6 cm (image)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria

  • Subject(s)
    • Social sciences
      • Ethnology
        • Social customs
          • Marriage
            • Wedding Ceremonial Costume
              • Wedding dresses
            • Royal Weddings
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
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