Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: French Toilet Bottle, Silver 1854
Albumen print | 13.5 x 8.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2800179
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Photograph of a silver bottle, featuring a globular body on circular base supported by four legs. The handles of the bottle are decorated with figures of infants. The bottle has a round topped lid and is decorated with a design of vine leaves.
Provenance
Commissioned by Henry Cole. Later acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
13.5 x 8.7 cm (image)
Alternative title(s)
'French Toilet Bottle'