Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: A Silver Chasing by Attendorfer 1854
Albumen print | 14.1 x 10.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2800168
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Photograph of a rectangular silver plaque chased with a scene of the Crucifixion. The depiction of Christ on the cross occupies the centre of the upper half of the plaque. Crowds of soldiers in armour, some on horseback, and civilians, including the Virgin Mary, occupy the lower half. The images of the Sun and the Moon are shown respectively on the left and right corners of the plaque. The walled city of Jerusalem is visible in the background.
Provenance
Commissioned by Henry Cole. Later acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
14.1 x 10.7 cm (image)
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'A Silver Chasing by Attendorfer'