Prince Albert used photography to document exhibitions and works of art
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67)
'Madonna' 1857
Albumen print | 18.0 x 13.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2081367
Photograph of a painting of a head and shoulder length portrait of a woman, possibly the Virgin Mary. She is depicted weeping and holding her hands together in prayer. The painting is photographed in its frame. A piece of paper with the number '501' written on it appears in the lower left corner.
The painting is attributed to Quentin Matsys, or Massys (1466-1530).
The painting is attributed to Quentin Matsys, or Massys (1466-1530).
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Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
After Quinten Massys (1465/6-1530) (artist)
Subject(s)
Blessed Virgin Mary -
18.0 x 13.5 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)
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Presented to Prince Albert
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Object type(s)
- visual works
- albums
- photograph albums
- albums
Subject(s)
- Philosophy & Psychology
- Psychology
- Emotions
- Crying
- Emotions
- Psychology
- Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
- Art
- Paintings
- Paintings-Flemish school
- Paintings
- Art
- visual works
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