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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)

'Sheep'

1857

Albumen print | 27.3 x 35.4 cm (image) | RCIN 2081455

Photograph of a painting depicting a group of sheep resting and standing in a barn. The painting is attributed to Thomas Sidney Cooper (1803-1902).

  • Creator(s)

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

    After Thomas Sidney Cooper (1803-1902) (photographer)

  • 27.3 x 35.4 cm (image)

    54.5 x 35.8 cm (page dimensions)

  • Presented to Prince Albert

  • Subject(s)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Agriculture and related techniques
        • Farm buildings
          • Barns
        • Animal husbandry
          • Sheep