Who painted Bas-relief of a goat and two archers in terra cotta?

Bas-relief of a goat and two archers in terra cotta was painted by Louise Laffon in 1864.

Where can I see Bas-relief of a goat and two archers in terra cotta?

Bas-relief of a goat and two archers in terra cotta is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Bas-relief of a goat and two archers in terra cotta?

Bas-relief of a goat and two archers in terra cotta is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Bas-relief of a goat and two archers in terra cotta

Louise Laffon , 1864

Bas-relief of a goat and two archers in terra cotta 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

You can learn more about this style by looking into the movement: Impressionism.

This photograph is titled Bas-relief of a goat and two archers in terra cotta.
It was taken by Louise Laffon in 1863-1864.
The Victoria and Albert Museum holds this photograph, which is part of its collection that started in 1852, and it's interesting because the museum was one of the first to collect and exhibit photographs.
You can learn more about this style by looking into the movement: Impressionism.

Overview

This photograph, titled Bas-relief of a goat and two archers in terra cotta, was taken by Louise Laffon between 1863 and 1864. It is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, which began acquiring photographs in 1852.

History & Provenance

The Victoria and Albert Museum purchased 500 photographs from Laffon through Monsieur E. Cappe in 1864, as part of a series documenting objects from the Campana Collection in the Musée Napoléon III, now held in the Louvre.

Technique & Style

Laffon's work exemplifies the early use of photography for documentation, capturing a terra cotta bas-relief with clarity. The photograph is an example of the application of photographic techniques to the reproduction of artworks.

Context

The Victoria and Albert Museum was a pioneer in collecting and exhibiting photographs, recognizing their potential as a resource for artists and students. Laffon was among the independent professionals whose work was acquired by the museum.

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.