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Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll (1848-1939)

Study of a woman's head dated 1858

Pencil, watercolour | 38.0 x 28.4 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 980900

Study of a woman's head

Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll (1848-1939)

Study of a woman's head dated 1858

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Description

A watercolour on octagonally cut paper showing a study of a woman's head. The woman is shown facing left, almost in profile and is wearing a headdress. Inscribed lower left: Louise
Inscribed on mounted sheet: Copy. 1858.

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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Search the collection Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll (1848-1939)
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Search the collection Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll (1848-1939)
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Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Pencil, watercolour

pencil, watercolour

Measurements

38.0 x 28.4 cm (sheet of paper)
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visual works
drawings/watercolours

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