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Prince Albert was an early adopter of portrait photography

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The dressing room at Windsor Castle, occupied by the Princess Royal after her marriage

1858

Albumen print | 16.3 x 21.2 cm (whole object) | RCIN 2905606

Photograph of the dressing room at Windsor Castle. The room contains a large mirrored wardrobe. The room was used by Victoria, Princess Royal and Prince Frederick of Prussia following their marriage on 25 January 1858.

  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

  • 16.3 x 21.2 cm (whole object)

  • Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

  • Subject(s)
    • Places
      • Europe
        • Great Britain
          • England
            • Berkshire [England]
              • Windsor [Berkshire]
                • Windsor Castle
                  • Interiors of Windsor Castle
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