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Death of Albert, Prince Consort, 1861
Death of Albert, Prince Consort, 1861. Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha (1819-1861) married his first cousin, Queen Victoria, in 1840. In 1857 he was given the title Prince Consort and became the Queens private advisor. He was interested in arts, science and industry and planned the Great Exhibition of 1851. His death in 1861, from typhoid fever, was a crushing blow to Queen Victoria, who wore mourning dress for the remaining 40 years of her life. Engraving from The Illustrated London News, 28 December 1861. The black border denotes the nations mourning
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of the Victorian era with our exquisite Fine Art Print of "Death of Albert, Prince Consort, 1861" by unknown. This moving image captures the moment of mourning as Queen Victoria, portrayed by her husband Prince Albert himself, receives the news of his sudden death in 1861. A poignant reminder of a tragic moment in history, this print is a must-have for art enthusiasts, historians, and those with an appreciation for the intricacies of the past. Printed on premium archival paper, this fine art print is a timeless addition to your home or office, promising to evoke emotions and inspire reflection. Order now and bring a piece of history into your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.4cm x 50.8cm (13.9" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This engraving captures the somber moment of "Death of Albert, Prince Consort, 1861". Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, a man deeply admired for his intellect and dedication to arts, science, and industry, married his first cousin Queen Victoria in 1840. In 1857 he was bestowed with the title Prince Consort and became the Queen's trusted private advisor. However, tragedy struck when Prince Albert succumbed to typhoid fever in 1861. This devastating loss left Queen Victoria shattered, as she wore mourning attire for the remaining four decades of her life. The nation mourned alongside their grieving monarch during this period denoted by the black border surrounding this poignant engraving. The image portrays a dignified portrait of Prince Albert - a German-born royal who played an integral role in British history. His untimely death not only marked a significant loss for Britain but also plunged Queen Victoria into profound sadness that would shape her reign. As we gaze upon this print from Heritage Images captured by an unknown creator, we are reminded of the enduring grief experienced by both royalty and commoners alike. It serves as a powerful testament to love lost too soon and reminds us that even those adorned with titles are not immune to heartache.
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