Hills & Saunders (1852-2019)
The Albert Room, Windsor Castle c.1873
Albumen print | 15.7 x 20.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2100569
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Photograph of the Albert Room, also known as Blue Room, in the Private Apartments, Windsor Castle (F202). It includes two single beds with loose covers over the head and foot boards, and decorated with wreaths; a bust of Albert, the Prince Consort by Theed on a plinth is placed in between the beds. By the window are a dressing table with mirror and chair.
Prince Albert was nursed in the Blue Room during the final days of his life. He died in the room on the night of 14 December 1861. Following his death, Queen Victoria (1819-1901) maintained the room as a living shrine to Prince Albert's memory. Fresh flowers were consistently displayed in the room, new clothes laid out everyday and hot water added to the washstand.
This was the same room that Prince Albert, King George III and King William IV died. It was also King George IV's Bedroom. -
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Albumen print
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15.7 x 20.5 cm (image)
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Alternative title(s)
Albert Room. Windsor Castle. [Windsor Castle. 1873. Volume A]