Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
'Madonna and Child'; Small Cowper Madonna
1857Albumen print | 21.6 x 16.6 cm (image) | RCIN 2081356
Photograph of a painting of the Madonna and Child by Raphael (1483-1520). The painting, known as the 'Small Cowper Madonna' depicts the Virgin Mary in a three-quarter length portrait, holding the infant Christ Child. They are depicted in the Italian countryside. The painting is photographed in its frame. A small piece of paper with the number '37' written on it features in the lower right corner.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of Francis Thomas de Grey Cowper, 7th Earl Cowper (1834-1905). The painting is now held by the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
After Raphael (1483-1520) (artist)
Subject(s)
Blessed Virgin Mary21.6 x 16.6 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)
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