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)
'Serena'
1857Albumen print | 21.9 x 17.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2081532
Photograph of the painting 'Serena Reading' by George Romney (1734-1802). The painting is of a full length portrait of a woman seated, facing the viewer. She gazes down at a book she holds on her lap with both hands. The woman wears a cap with a bow and a long sleeve, floor length dress. An inventory number can be seen in the lower left corner.
Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
After George Romney (1734-1802) (artist)
21.9 x 17.5 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.8 cm (page dimensions)
Presented to Prince Albert
Subject(s)
- Philosophy & Psychology
- Psychology
- Physical and Mental Activities
- Reading (activity)
- Physical and Mental Activities
- Psychology
- Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
- Art
- Paintings
- Paintings-British school
- Paintings
- Art
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Home economics
- Furniture & accessories
- Furnishings
- Lighting Devices
- Candles
- Lighting Devices
- Furnishings
- Furniture & accessories
- Home economics
- Philosophy & Psychology
