Prince Albert was an early adopter of portrait photography
Camille Silvy (1834-1910)
Thomas Frederick Robson (c. 1822-64) in 'Nine Points of the Law' c. 1860
Albumen print | 23.1 x 17.5 cm (page dimensions) | RCIN 2913592
Photograph of a full length portrait of Thomas Frederick Robson (c. 1822-64) standing, facing hallway to the left. He holds his hands in front of his chest (they may possibly be in handcuffs). Robson looks distressed. He is dressed in costume as a character from 'Nine Points of the Law'.
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Creator(s)
Camille Silvy (1834-1910) (photographer)
Subject(s)
Thomas Frederick Robson (1821-64) -
annotation: Mr Robson, in "Nine points of the Law" [beneath work]
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23.1 x 17.5 cm (page dimensions)
9.5 x 6.2 cm (mount)
8.9 x 5.8 cm (image)
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Acquired by Prince Albert
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Object type(s)
- visual works
- albums
- photograph albums
- photographs
- cartes-de-visite
- albums
- visual works
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