Prince Albert used photography to document exhibitions and works of art
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67)
'Madonna and Saints' 1857
Albumen print | 22.2 x 18.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2081357
Photograph of a painting of the Virgin Mary and Christ Child enthroned, flanked by two saints. On the left is Saint Jerome. On of his attributes, a lion, sits at his feet. On the right is Saint Peter. The painting is photographed in its frame.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was attributed to Pietro Perugino (1446-1523) and was held in the collection of John Rushout, 2nd Baron Northwick (1770-1859). The painting is now attributed to Andrea di Aloigi (1480-1521) and is held by the Musée Condé, France.
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Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
After Ingegno (1480-1521) (artist)
Subject(s)
Blessed Virgin MarySaint Jerome (c. 347-420)Saint Peter -
22.2 x 18.7 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)
- Religion & Theology
- Religions and faiths
- Christianity
- Angels, demons, devils, saints
- Saints (Christianity)
- Life of Christ
- Infancy of Christ
- Christ Child
- Infancy of Christ
- Angels, demons, devils, saints
- Christianity
- Religions and faiths
- Natural Sciences & Mathematics
- Zoology
- Animals
- Mammals
- Carnivorous mammals
- Felines
- Lions
- Felines
- Carnivorous mammals
- Mammals
- Animals
- Zoology
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Home economics
- Furniture & accessories
- Seating. Chairs
- Chairs
- Thrones
- Chairs
- Seating. Chairs
- Furniture & accessories
- Home economics
- visual works
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The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.