Empress Friedrich, German Empress and Queen of Prussia (1840-1901)
A Cross and Flowers 1864
Oil on canvas | 22.5 x 27.4 cm (support, canvas/panel/stretcher external) | RCIN 403733
Pavilion Principal Stairs/Vestibule, Osborne House
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This white cross lying surrounded by flowers - iris, peony, crocus and rhodendron - is clearly intended as a memorial to Prince Albert.
Provenance
Given by the artist to Queen Victoria on her birthday, 24 May 1864.
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Oil on canvas
Measurements
22.5 x 27.4 cm (support, canvas/panel/stretcher external)
29.7 x 36.5 x 5.0 cm (frame, external)
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