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)
'The Three Marys'; The Dead Christ Mourned
1857Albumen print | 24.6 x 30.0 cm (image) | RCIN 2081448
Photograph of the painting 'The Dead Christ Mourned' by Annibale Carracci (1560-1609). The dead Christ lies on the lap of the Virgin May, who appears to have fainted. On the right, Mary Magdalene kneels down and gestures with her hands. Two other women features in the painting, possibly Mary Salome and Mary, the mother of James.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of William George Howard, 8th Earl of Carlisle (1880- 89). The painting is now held by the National Gallery, London.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was in the collection of William George Howard, 8th Earl of Carlisle (1880- 89). The painting is now held by the National Gallery, London.
Creator(s)
Caldesi & Montecchi (active 1857-67) (photographer)
After Annibale Carracci (Bologna 1560-Rome 1609) (artist)
Subject(s)
Blessed Virgin MaryMary Magdalene24.6 x 30.0 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)
Presented to Prince Albert
Subject(s)
- Religion & Theology
- Religions and faiths
- Christianity
- Devotional Images of Christ
- Pietá
- Devotional Images of Christ
- Christianity
- Religions and faiths
Object type(s)
- visual works
- albums
- photograph albums
- albums
- Religion & Theology
