Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, introduces his new wife, Princess Maria Alexandrovna of Russia, to the British people. Wood engraving, 1874.

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[1874]
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31738i
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The wedding took place in St Petersburg on 23 January 1874. The man on the right in naval uniform appears to represent John Bull: Alfred was an officer in the Royal Navy

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[London?] : [publisher not identified], [1874]

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1 print : wood engraving ; image 25.1 x 39.5 cm

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The event of the week. His Royal Highness. This is a funny old soul I must present to you; may you be very, very happy! Judy. God bless you my dear! I'm glad to know you

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Wellcome Collection 31738i

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