Francis Bedford (1815-94)
'Agate cup by Morel' 1853
Albumen print | 12.6 x 9.6 cm (image) | RCIN 2906033
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Photograph of a cup by Morel with the central support represented by two female figures. At the handle, a third female figure kneels holding the form that is the handle. Jean-Valentin Morel (1794-1860) was an important Parisian goldsmith who transferred his business to London in 1849 An invoice dated 14 July 1854 for 11 photographs totalling £1 13s was submitted to Dr Ernst Becker and payment was received by Bedford on 12 October 1854 (Royal Archives PPTO/PP/QV/PP2/4840).
Provenance
From an album of photographs collected and arranged by Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
12.6 x 9.6 cm (image)
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