Exhibitions and records of works of art
Prince Albert recognised the importance of photography to record and document notable exhibitions and works of art
FRANCIS BEDFORD (1815-94)
Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: Silver Vase, Parcel Gilt
1854Albumen print | 18.3 x 12.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2800178
Photograph of a richly decorated ewer, a jug with a wide mouth. Around the body of the ewer is a series of circular panels depicting various subjects, including a bird and pomegranates. Leaf and masks designs cover the foot and neck of the vase. The handle of the ewer features a naked female torso and head.
Creator(s)
Francis Bedford (1815-94) (photographer)
18.3 x 12.7 cm (image)
'Silver Vase, parcel gilt'
Commissioned by Henry Cole. Later acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
Subject(s)
- Places
- Europe
- Great Britain
- England
- Greater London [England]
- London [Greater London]
- City of Westminster [London]
- Marlborough House [London]
- City of Westminster [London]
- London [Greater London]
- Greater London [England]
- England
- Great Britain
- Europe
- Natural Sciences & Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Metals
- Silver
- Metals
- Chemistry
- Science, Medicine and Technology
- Engineering & Technology
- Containers
- Vessels (containers)
- Vases
- Vessels (containers)
- Containers
- Engineering & Technology
Object type(s)
- visual works
- photographs
- Places
