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Francis Bedford (1815-94)

Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: Brass Lamp Stand 1854

Albumen print | 18.1 x 13.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2800200

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'Brass Lamp Stand'

Francis Bedford (1815-94)

'Brass Lamp Stand' 1854

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Photograph of a tripod lamp stand on palmette feet. The central urn is guarded by three-winged chimera facing outwards. The top of the stand consists of a circular lamp holder held by three caryatid figures.

  • People involved

    Creator(s)

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    Francis Bedford (1815-94) (photographer)

  • Measurements

    18.1 x 13.3 cm (image)

  • Other titles

    'Brass Lamp Stand'

  • Provenance

    Commissioned by Henry Cole. Later acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

  • Groupings

    Object type(s)
      • visual works
        • photographs
    Subject(s)
    • Places
      • Europe
        • Great Britain
          • England
            • Greater London [England]
              • London [Greater London]
                • City of Westminster
                  • Marlborough House [London]
    • Natural Sciences & Mathematics
      • Zoology
        • Animals
          • Mythical creatures
            • Chimera
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