Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
UNKNOWN PERSON
Italian 14th and 15th century Medals
1856Albumen print | 8.2 x 15.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2514202
Photograph of three 14th and 15th century medallions. In the centre, a medal bearing a representation of Fillipo Maria Visconti, the Duke of Milan in right side profile and wearing a hat. On the left is a medallion bearing the figure of a woman in drapes who holds a mirror and a pair of compasses. On the right is a third medal with a relief of Mars and Bellona crowning Alfonso, the King of Naples.
These pieces formed part of the M Soulages collection that were exhibited in the Museum of Ornamental Art in Marlborough House in December 1856.
These pieces formed part of the M Soulages collection that were exhibited in the Museum of Ornamental Art in Marlborough House in December 1856.
Creator(s)
Unknown Person (photographer)
Subject(s)
Alfonso V, King of Aragon (1394-1458)Filippo Maria Visconti (1392-1447)8.2 x 15.7 cm (image)
Subject(s)
- Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
- Plastic arts
- Numismatics
- Medallions
- Medals
- Numismatics
- Plastic arts
Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
- Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
