Prince Albert was an early adopter of portrait photography
After Doyle, James (1822-1892)
The Christening of Prince Alfred in the private Chapel at Buckingham Palace c. 1855
Albumen print | 14.3 x 19.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2905587
Photograph of a watercolour painting depicting the christening of Prince Alfred at the chapel, Buckingham Palace on 6 September 1844. Queen Victoria, the Princess Royal, the Prince of Wales and Prince Albert are positioned on the left side of the painting.
The painting is held in the Royal Collection, RCIN 919800.
The painting is held in the Royal Collection, RCIN 919800.
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Creator(s)
After Doyle, James (1822-1892) (artist)
Unknown Person (photographer)
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14.3 x 19.2 cm (image)
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Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
- visual works
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