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)
'Sir Robert Cecil'
1857Albumen print | 20.5 x 16.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2081438
Photograph of a painting of a half length portrait of Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury (c.1563-1612). He wears dark clothing and a ruff. He places his right hand on a table, beside a collection of letters. Part of an identification number, '84' can be seen in the lower right corner.
The painting is now held by the National Portrait Gallery, London.
The painting is now held by the National Portrait Gallery, London.
Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
After John de Critz the Elder (c. 1552-1642) (artist)
20.5 x 16.2 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)
Presented to Prince Albert
Subject(s)
- Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
- Art
- Paintings
- Art
- Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
