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Photographic portrait of Princess Louise, looking to the right of camera
Princess Louise

Explore the captivating life and art of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s daughter Princess Louise

Edward Henry Corbould (1815-1905)

dated 24 Dec 1860

Pencil | 39.2 x 31.8 cm | RCIN 980956

A pencil drawing showing a study of a male head. After RCIN 981106. The man is shown from behind, facing right and looking back over one shoulder. He has long hair and a moustache. Inscribed lower left: Louise Dec: 24 1860.
Inscribed below mounted sheet: Copy.

Queen Victoria's children often made cards and drawings for their parents as gifts on important dates, such as this drawing executed by Princess Louise for Christmas 1860.

This drawing is housed in one of two volumes, compiled by Queen Victoria and containing works presented to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert by their nine children. For other items in the volume see Princes & Princesses album.

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