Inscription over entrance door to Balmoral Tower 1860
Albumen print | 28.3 x 36.6 cm (page dimensions) | RCIN 2160100
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Photograph of a marble bas relief showing two dogs holding a crest surrounded by two horns, spears and a stag head. The central inscription states "This the Castle of Balmoral was erected by H.R.H. Prince Albert, consort of H.M. Queen Victoria begun, Sept 28th 1853, completed, Sept 1st 1856. W. Smith, Architect'. The relief features above the entrance door to the tower of Balmoral Castle.
Provenance
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
28.3 x 36.6 cm (page dimensions)
14.3 x 18.3 cm (image)