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Exhibitions and records of works of art

Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art

CALDESI & MONTECCHI (ACTIVE 1857-67)

'Parental advice'; A Singing Practice

1857

Albumen print | 15.8 x 17.4 cm (image) | RCIN 2081445

Photograph of the painting 'A Singing Practice' by Gerard ter Borch (1617-81). The painting depicts a young woman standing with her back facing the viewer. She holds a song book. A young male and an older female are seated in front of her. The young man holds up his right hand whilst the woman drinks.

At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of Francis Charles Granville Egerton, 3rd Earl of Ellesmere (1847-1914). The painting is currently held by the National Galleries of Scotland.

  • Creator(s)

    Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)

    After Gerard ter Borch (Zwolle 1617-Deventer 1681) (artist)

  • 15.8 x 17.4 cm (image)

    54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)

  • Presented to Prince Albert

  • Subject(s)
    • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
      • Music
        • Vocal music
          • Singing
      • Art
        • Paintings
          • Paintings-Dutch school
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • albums
          • photograph albums