Sir George Hayter (1792-1871)
The Christening of Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, later Edward VII (1841-1910) at St George's Chapel, Windsor, 25 January 1842 (oil sketch) Signed and dated 1842
Oil on canvas board | 19.7 x 27.0 cm (support, canvas/panel/stretcher external) | RCIN 405852
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This is a sketch produced in connection with the artist's painting of the Christening of Albert Edward, Prince of Wales (RCIN 403501).
The composition is painted within a simple feigned frame on which is inscribed: 'CHRISTENING of His Royal Highness THE PRINCE OF WALES / 1842 / JANUARY 25. Inscribed on the back: This is my original sketch / for my picture of the Christening / of H.R.H. The Prince of Wales. / in 1842. / which is being engraved 1851. / George Hayter.'Provenance
Acquired by Queen Victoria in 1871
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Oil on canvas board
Measurements
19.7 x 27.0 cm (support, canvas/panel/stretcher external)
18.2 x 26.4 cm (sight)
34.8 x 42.6 x 3.2 cm (frame, external)
Category
Object type(s)
Other number(s)
RL 13948Alternative title(s)
The Christening of the Prince of Wales, 25 January 1842
