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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)

'Saints'

1857

Albumen print | 12.6 x 18.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2081390

Photograph of a triptych containing painted depictions of three saints. The works are photographed together in a frame. At the bottom of the frame is a plaque containing the name 'Raffaelle' (Raphael). An identification number, '129', is located in the lower right corner.

  • Creator(s)

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

  • 12.6 x 18.7 cm (image)

    54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)

  • Presented to Prince Albert

  • Subject(s)
    • Religion & Theology
      • Religions and faiths
        • Christianity
          • Angels, demons, devils, saints
            • Saints (Christianity)
    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • albums
          • photograph albums