Artwork

The Residency From the Front, Showing the Room in Which Sir Henry Lawrence was Killed

The Residency From the Front, Showing the Room in Which Sir Henry Lawrence was Killed is a photography by the Impressionist artist Felice A. Beato. It dates from 1858 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Residency From the Front, Showing the Room in Which Sir Henry Lawrence was Killed is a photograph by Felice A. Beato, dated 1858, held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts the ruined Residency building with a tall tower, showing cracked and broken walls, and people in the foreground examining the damage. The scene conveys a sense of devastation and curiosity.

Technique & Style

The photograph is characterized by its detailed rendering of textures and shading, capturing the roughness of stone walls and scattered debris. The image's realism reflects Beato's documentary style.

History & Provenance

Created in 1858, the photograph is associated with the aftermath of significant events, as it documents the Residency where Sir Henry Lawrence was killed.

Artist & collection

Artist

Felice A. Beato

Felice A. Beato and Felice Antonio Beato are collective signatures used by the brothers Felice Beato and Antonio Beato, who were both pioneering photographers in the 19th century. They were noted for their depictions of…