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 Cinque-Cento bronze door knocker
1856Albumen print | 13.2 x 10.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2514201
Photograph of a 15th century Italian bronze door knocker in the form of a cross around which a ram's horn is entwined, Just below the cross is a central putti flanked by two other putti. Two female figures embrace one another at the centre of the base.
These pieces formed part of the M Soulages collection that were exhibited at the Museum of Ornamental Art in Marlborough House in December 1856.
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)
13.2 x 10.7 cm (image)
Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
- visual works
