His Royal Highness Prince Albert by Franz Xaver Winterhalter

His Royal Highness Prince Albert 

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painting, oil-paint

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portrait

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painting

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oil-paint

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figuration

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romanticism

Franz Xaver Winterhalter's portrait depicts Prince Albert, the consort of Queen Victoria, in a formal setting. The painting, likely commissioned by the Royal Family, showcases Albert in a regal pose, sitting in a luxurious armchair. The detail of the dog suggests a relaxed domestic scene within the formality, potentially referencing Albert's affection for animals. The presence of a young child, possibly one of the couple's children, further humanizes the Prince, demonstrating his role as a father and family man. The painting exemplifies Winterhalter's skill in capturing the likeness and grandeur of his subjects, a hallmark of his career as a celebrated portrait artist.

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