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Theatrical album c. 1852-95

46.0 x 59.0 x 5.5 cm (album) | RCIN 970449

Theatrical album

Theatrical album c. 1852-95

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Description

An album of watercolours and photographs of scenes from theatrical performances and characters in costume (RCIN 921321-921372) largely compiled by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert; bound in blue leather with embossed decoration and gold lettering on both boards.

Provenance

Given by Prince Albert to Queen Victoria in 1852, in order to house watercolours of scenes from plays they saw together
Physical properties

Measurements

46.0 x 59.0 x 5.5 cm (album)
Groupings
Object type(s)
visual works
drawings/watercolours
Subject(s)
Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
Theatre

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