Charles Clifford (photographer) facts for kids
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Charles Clifford (born in Wales around 1820, died in Madrid, Spain, on January 1, 1863) was a famous photographer. He was from Wales but spent most of his life working in Spain. Clifford was known for his amazing photos of Spanish landscapes, buildings, and big construction projects.
He used early photography methods like daguerreotype and wet plate collodion. Along with another French photographer, Jean Laurent, Clifford was one of the best photographers in Spain during his time. Even important people like Queen Victoria and Prince Albert bought his photos in 1854. In 1861, he published two books with 159 photos. These photos were ordered by many royal families, including the King and Queen of Spain and the Emperors of France, Russia, and Austria.
Clifford was also chosen to take a portrait of Queen Victoria at Windsor Castle. He was even named the official photographer for Queen Isabella II of Spain. He traveled with her on her royal trip through Andalucia in 1862, capturing many moments.
About Charles Clifford
We don't know much about Charles Clifford's early life. However, by November 1850, he was already running his own photo studio in Madrid. He took many portraits there. Charles Clifford is buried in the British Cemetery in Madrid.
His Famous Photographs
Charles Clifford created many important collections of photographs. These pictures showed beautiful landscapes, historical buildings, and large public works projects. His photos help us see what Spain looked like in the mid-1800s.
Most of his original photographs are kept in major museums and libraries. You can find them at the Biblioteca Nacional de España (National Library of Spain) and the Palacio Real de Madrid (Royal Palace of Madrid). Some of his works are also at the Museo del Prado, the Museo de Historia de Madrid, and the Museo Frederic Marès in Barcelona. The archives of Universidad de Navarra also hold some of his valuable photos.
