After Philip Henry Delamotte (1821-89)
'The Opening of the Crystal Palace at Sydenham' 1893 copy after an original of 10 Jun 1854
Carbon copy print adhered over original print | 20.2 x 15.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2906087
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Photograph of Queen Victoria (1819-1901), Prince Albert (1819-61) and three of their children who stand on a pedestal during the opening ceremony of the Crystal Palace. They are surrounded by a large entourage and in the background stand members of a choir and orchestra. In the foreground stands an audience and members of the clergy. The steel girders that support the building may be seen at the top of the photograph.
Provenance
From an album of photographs collected and arranged by Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Carbon copy print adhered over original print
Measurements
20.2 x 15.5 cm (image)
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