August Wilhelm Iffland (1759-1814)
Kostüme auf dem Königlichen National-Theater in Berlin, 2 volumes 1805-08
Printed book, with coloured engraved illustrations | 25.8 x 16.5 x 2.5 cm (each volume) (book measurement (conservation)) | RCIN 5100000
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In two volumes, each with a spine label and stamp which indicate they were in Prince Albert's library.
Both Queen Victoria and Prince Albert were interested in theatre and costume. Prince Albert's library contained several volumes of colourful costumes for both theatre and opera, as well as dramatic texts. This volume illustrates characters in costume from performances at the National Theatre in Berlin. The image, shown, of Mary Queen of Scots is from the last act of the tragedy 'Maria Stuart'.
Text adapted from Victoria & Albert: Art & Love, London, 2010.Provenance
Acquired by Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Printed book, with coloured engraved illustrations
Measurements
25.8 x 16.5 x 2.5 cm (each volume) (book measurement (conservation))
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