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Death of Albert (1819-1861), Prince Consort of Queen Victoria, 14 December 1861
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Death of Albert (1819-1861), Prince Consort of Queen Victoria, 14 December 1861
Death of Albert (1819-1861), Prince Consort of Queen Victoria, 14 December 1861. Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha 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. Masthead of The Illustrated London News, showing a black border denoting the nations mourning
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This print captures the somber moment of "Death of Albert (1819-1861), Prince Consort of Queen Victoria, 14 December 1861". Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, who married his first cousin Queen Victoria in 1840, played a significant role as her private advisor and was granted the title Prince Consort in 1857. Known for his passion for arts, science, and industry, he orchestrated the remarkable Great Exhibition of 1851. Tragically, this image marks the devastating loss suffered by Queen Victoria when Prince Albert succumbed to typhoid fever in 1861. The impact on her life was profound; she mourned his passing for four decades and donned mourning attire throughout that time. Displayed prominently within the masthead of The Illustrated London News is a black border symbolizing the nation's collective grief. This poignant engraving depicts a military uniform-clad soldier representing not only royalty but also signifies war and sacrifice. In its monochromatic elegance, it evokes an air of sadness and melancholy. The significance lies not only in capturing this historical event but also in immortalizing the deep bond shared between Queen Victoria and her beloved prince consort. Created by unknown hands yet preserved through time by Heritage Images, this print serves as a poignant reminder of love lost too soon—a testament to enduring grief and undying devotion.
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