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Gustav, Prince of Wasa (1799-1877) c.1860

Albumen print | 8.6 x 5.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2907619

Gustav, Prince of Wasa (1799-1877)

Unknown Person

Gustav, Prince of Wasa (1799-1877) c.1860

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Description

Photograph of a full length portrait of Gustav, Prince of Wasa (1799-1877), seated, facing towards the camera. He is seated beside a small side table. He holds a newspaper with both hands in front of his body and gazes down, giving the appearance of reading.

Provenance

Acquired by Prince Albert, the Prince Consort
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Unknown Person
(photographer)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page Prince Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61)

Subject(s)

Search the collection Gustav, Prince of Vasa (1799-1877)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

albumen print

Measurements

8.6 x 5.3 cm (image)

9.9 x 6.1 cm (mount)

23.1 x 18.2 cm (page dimensions)

24.3 x 19.8 x 5.5 cm (album)

Markings

annotation: The Prince of Wasa. [beneath work]
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
cartes-de-visite
albums
photograph albums
Subject(s)
Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
Photography
Photographs
Photograph albums
References

Alternative title(s)

The Prince of Wasa. [Album: Photographs. Royal portraits, vol.47]

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