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Photographs 1842-61

Albums compiled by Prince Albert, reflecting his beliefs surrounding photography

    ROGER FENTON (1819-69)

    'Princess Helena as "The Spirit Empress"'

    18 May 1854

    Albumen print | 12.3 x 7.4 cm (whole object) | RCIN 2800673

    Photograph of a full length portrait of Princess Helena (1846-1923) dressed in costume as 'The Spirit Empress'. She wears a crown, light colour robe and light colour dress. She appears to be standing on a plinth.

    She is dressed for a performance of the tableaux of the seasons.

    • Creator(s)

      Roger Fenton (1819-69) (photographer)

      Subject(s)

      Princess Helena (1846-1923)

    • 12.3 x 7.4 cm (whole object)

    • From an album collected and arranged by Prince Albert

    • Object type(s)
        • visual works
          • photographs
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