Who painted Bas-relief in marble of a Salamander?

Bas-relief in marble of a Salamander was painted by Louise Laffon in 1864.

Where can I see Bas-relief in marble of a Salamander?

Bas-relief in marble of a Salamander is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Bas-relief in marble of a Salamander?

Bas-relief in marble of a Salamander is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Bas-relief in marble of a Salamander

Louise Laffon , 1864

Bas-relief in marble of a Salamander is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist Louise Laffon. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This photograph depicts a bas-relief in marble of a Salamander. It is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, highlighting the institution's early adoption of photography as a resource for artists and students.

History & Provenance

The V&A acquired this photograph, taken by Louise Laffon, in 1864 as part of a series of 500 works purchased through Monsieur E. Cappe. Laffon was a member of Le Société Française de la Photographie and had photographed objects from the Campana Collection in the Musée Napoléon III, now the Louvre.

Context

The V&A was a pioneer in collecting and exhibiting photographs, starting in 1852 and 1858 respectively. Henry Cole, the museum's founding Director, recognized photography's potential to expand resources for artists and students, and actively sourced photographs for this purpose.

Artist & collection

Artist

Louise Laffon

Louise Laffon (1828–1885), was a French photographer and painter. She was one of the first female professional photographers in France. She had a studio in Paris between 1859 and 1876.