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Princess Alexandra of Denmark (1844-1925), later Queen Alexandra of England 1860
Albumen print on card | 8.8 x 5.6 cm (image) | RCIN 2926291
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Princess Alexandra of Denmark (1844-1925), later Queen Alexandra of England 1860
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Princess Alexandra of Denmark (1844-1925), later Queen Alexandra of England 1860


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Photograph showing full length portrait of Princess Alexandra of Denmark, turned slightly to left, her left hand resting on pedestal with table mirror (with her reflection). She wears a hat and checked dress. Dated 1860 on the album, when she was 15 or 16. Queen Victoria wrote on the verso: 'Alix, so much admired by my beloved angel'.
When Queen Victoria and Prince Albert were considering potential brides for their eldest son, Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, the invention of photography had made it possible for them to see portraits of the young ladies before any further commitments were made. They had already heard of the beauty and charm of Princess Alexandra of Denmark from their eldest daughter, Victoria, Princess Frederick William of Prussia, and upon receiving photographs of her, including this one, they were immediately captivated. In spite of political difficulties, communications with the Princess's parents began, the young couple were introduced, and were eventually married on 10 March 1863.Provenance
Album compiled by Queen Alexandra when Princess of Wales
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print on card
Measurements
8.8 x 5.6 cm (image)
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