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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 bronzes, 15th and 16th century

1856

Albumen print | 10.5 x 19.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2514200

Photograph of five Italian bronze pieces from the 15th and 16th centuries consisting of two candlestick holders, a ewer, a jug and a small bell. The spout of the ewer is in the shape of a bird's beak.

These pieces formed part of the M Soulages collection that were exhibited at the Museum of Ornamental Art in Marlborough House in December 1856. 
  • Creator(s)

    Unknown Person (photographer)

  • 10.5 x 19.7 cm (image)

  • Subject(s)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Home economics
        • Furniture & accessories
          • Furnishings
            • Lighting Devices
              • Candle holders
                • Candlesticks
        • Tableware
          • Jugs
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs