Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
'Adoration of the Magi'
1857Albumen print | 15.6 x 13.9 cm (image) | RCIN 2081358
Photograph of an engraving of the 'Adoration of the Magi'. The engraving depicts numerous people and animals. In the foreground, one of the three kings presents the Christ Child with a gift. The child is seated on the Virgin Mary's lap. The engraving is photographed in a frame. The frame features a series of medallions depicting various animals and mythological beasts, including a cat, rabbit and unicorn.
At the time of the photograph, the engraving was attributed to Maso Finiguerra (1426–1464). The work is now attributed to an unknown artist.
Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
15.6 x 13.9 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)
Presented to Prince Albert
Subject(s)
- Religion & Theology
- Religions and faiths
- Christianity
- Life of Christ
- Infancy of Christ
- Christ Child
- Infancy of Christ
- Life of Christ
- Christianity
- Religions and faiths
- Natural Sciences & Mathematics
- Zoology
- Animals
- Zoology
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Agriculture and related techniques
- Animal husbandry
- Horses
- Animal husbandry
- Agriculture and related techniques
- Religion & Theology
