George Housman Thomas (1824-68)
The Queen distributing the first Victoria Crosses in Hyde Park, 26th June 1857. drawn Jun 1857
30.2 x 45.7 cm (whole object) | RCIN 916805
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DM 5458: in the middle distance the Queen shown presenting the first medals to the recipients, who approach from the right. The first to recieve it was a sailor. Prince Albert rides on the left.
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Given to Queen Victoria by Prince Albert, 1857. [Victoria & Albert: Art & Love, London, 2010, pg 459]
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30.2 x 45.7 cm (whole object)
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