Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
'Altar Piece'; The Adoration of the Kings
1857Albumen print | 21.7 x 19.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2081360
Photograph of an altar piece, 'The Adoration of Kings' by Jan Gossaert (c.1478-1532), also known as Jan Mabuse. At the centre of the work is the Virgin Mary seated, holding the Christ Child. On the right, a kneeling male figure presents the child with a gift. Angels feature in the upper half of the work.
At the time of the photograph, the work was in the collection of William George Howard, 8th Earl of Carlisle (1808-89). The work is now held by the National Gallery, London.
Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
Subject(s)
Blessed Virgin Mary21.7 x 19.5 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
- Adoration of the Magi
- Infancy of Christ
- Angels, demons, devils, saints
- Angels
- Life of Christ
- Christianity
- Religions and faiths
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Agriculture and related techniques
- Animal husbandry
- Dogs
- Animal husbandry
- Agriculture and related techniques
Object type(s)
- visual works
- albums
- photograph albums
- albums
- Religion & Theology
