Prince Albert used photography to document exhibitions and works of art
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67)
'Sir A. More'; Portrait of a Gentleman 1857
Albumen print | 16.8 x 22.9 cm (image) | RCIN 2081439
Photograph of a painting of a three-quarter length portrait of a man standing, facing a quarter to the right. He gazes towards the viewer. The man poses with his right hand on his waist and his left hand resting on the neck of a dog, located in the lower right corner.
The painting is attributed to Antonis Mor (1519-76). At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of Frederick Spencer, 4th Earl Spencer (1798-1857). The painting is now held by the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
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Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
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16.8 x 22.9 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)
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Presented to Prince Albert
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Object type(s)
- visual works
- albums
- photograph albums
- albums
Subject(s)
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Agriculture and related techniques
- Animal husbandry
- Dogs
- Animal husbandry
- Agriculture and related techniques
- Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
- Art
- Paintings
- Paintings-Dutch school
- Paintings
- Art
- visual works
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The aims of The Royal Collection Trust are the care and conservation of the Royal Collection, and the promotion of access and enjoyment through exhibitions, publications, loans and educational activities.