W & D Downey (active 1855-1941)
Alexandra, Princess of Wales, and Princess Louise in an open fan-shaped photograph frame 1864-75
Gilt metal frame containing hand coloured photograph and lock of hair | 10.5 x 15.3 x 1.1 cm (whole object) | RCIN 55856
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A gilt metal strut frame in the form of an open fan, the central oval aperture containing a tinted photograph by W. & D. Downey of Alexandra, Princess of Wales, and her eldest daughter, Princess Louise, and a lock of hair. This photograph was taken after the Princess's recovery from the severe attack of rheumatic fever which followed the birth of Princess Louise in 1867.
Provenance
Acquired by Queen Alexandra when Princess of Wales
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Gilt metal frame containing hand coloured photograph and lock of hair
Measurements
10.5 x 15.3 x 1.1 cm (whole object)
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