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Memorial works

Following Albert’s premature death, Victoria commissioned the creation of photographs and decorative objects that memorialised her beloved husband

    JOHN JABEZ EDWIN MAYALL (1813-1901)

    Memorial tape measure

    c. 1861

    Metal tape measure featuring photograph under glass | 3.5 x 3.4 cm (whole object) | RCIN 1589.1

    Circular metal tape measure, featuring a photographic print of Prince Albert (1819-61) seated and holding a hat. There is an inscription on the back that reads 'In memory of his Royal Highness Albert, Prince Consort, Duke of Saxony'.
    • Creator(s)

      John Jabez Edwin Mayall (1813-1901) (photographer)

      Subject(s)

      Prince Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61)
    • 3.5 x 3.4 cm (whole object)

    • Acquired by Queen Victoria

    • Object type(s)
        • measuring devices
          • tape measures