Artwork
Satan Vanquished by the Archangel, Great Exhibition 1851
Satan Vanquished by the Archangel, Great Exhibition 1851 is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist Nicolaas Henneman. It dates from 1851 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This photograph, taken by Nicolaas Henneman, captures a sculpture displayed at the Great Exhibition of 1851. The image is rendered in sepia tones, lending it a warm, aged quality.
Subject & Meaning
The sculpture depicts a winged male figure, helmeted and armed with a sword, standing over a reclining male form. The scene is suggestive of a biblical narrative, with the winged figure likely representing an archangel and the reclining figure possibly symbolizing Satan.
Technique & Style
The photograph is derived from an unmounted waxed paper negative. The sculpture itself is characterized by detailed, realistic rendering, with intricate textures and expressive facial features.
History & Provenance
The sculpture was exhibited at the Great Exhibition of 1851, a significant international event. The photograph was taken by Nicolaas Henneman, a photographer associated with early photographic processes.
Artist & collection
Artist
These are early photographs of statues and sculpture displayed at the 1851 Great Exhibition in London.
Sculpture of a Woman, Great Exhibition 1851
Dancing Girl Reposing, Prize Statue, Great Exhibition 1851
Statue titled Falkland, Great Exhibition 1851
Sculpture of a Female Nude, Great Exhibition 1851
Stone Relief, Great Exhibition 1851
Statue of Venus and Cupid, Great Exhibition 1851
Statue of Female Nude with Lion, Great Exhibition 1851
Statue titled Virginius, Great Exhibition 1851
