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Postcard of Prince Christian of Denmark 27 - 27 Apr 1904

Red postcard with a gelatin silver photograph | 8.9 x 13.8 cm (whole object) | RCIN 2587767

Description

Postcard of Prince Christian of Denmark riding a horse. It was sent to Prince Albert of Wales, later King George VI, by his grandmother Queen Alexandra. The message reads : 'Christian of Denmark. For darling little Bertie, a Danish card, but sent from Ireland. Granny hopes all her dear Grandchildren are well + happy - Tell me what to bring you fr. Ireland'.

Provenance

From an album of postcards collected by Prince Albert of Wales
People involved

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page King George VI, King of the United Kingdom (1895-1952)

Subject(s)

Search the collection Christian X, King of Denmark (1870-1947)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Red postcard with a gelatin silver photograph

gelatin silver print

Measurements

8.9 x 13.8 cm (whole object)
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
printed & manuscript material
cards
postcards
Subject(s)
Science, Medicine and Technology
Agriculture and related techniques
Animal husbandry
Horses

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