'The Assumption' 1857
Albumen print | 16.0 x 17.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2081443
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Photograph of a painting of the assumption of the Virgin Mary. The Virgin is depicted as floating in the sky, supported by putti and angels. She holds her arms out and gazes upwards.
At the time of the photograph, the painting was attributed to Guido Reni (1575-1642).Provenance
Presented to Prince Albert
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Creator(s)
(photographer)After a work previously attributed to (artist)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
16.0 x 17.5 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)