Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
AFTER HIPPOLYTE PAUL DELAROCHE (1797-1856)
'La Cenci (première pensée du tableau)'
1857-58Albumen print? | RCIN 2160804
Photograph of a 1851 drawing by Paul Delaroche, perhaps drafted as preparatory for his painting La Cenci. The work depicts Beatrice Cenci (1577-99) in full-length, standing on a staircase at night. She wears a hooded cloak and holds a cross in both hands. She is surrounded by women wearing similar outfits and holding candles, apart from the leading figure who holds a prayer book.
Creator(s)
After Hippolyte Paul Delaroche (1797-1856) (artist)
Robert Jefferson Bingham (1825-70) (photographer)
Subject(s)
Beatrice Cenci (1577-99)- Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
- visual works
