Artwork
Bas-relief of three masques in terra cotta
Bas-relief of three masques 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
Overview
This photograph is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, showcasing a bas-relief of three masques in terra cotta.
History & Provenance
The V&A, founded as the South Kensington Museum in 1852, was a pioneer in collecting and exhibiting photographs. It acquired 500 photographs by Louise Laffon in 1864, part of a series documenting the Campana Collection in the Musée Napoléon III, Paris.
Context
The museum's early adoption of photography was driven by its founding Director, Henry Cole, who saw its potential for educational purposes. Female photographers, including Laffon, played a significant role in this endeavor.
Artist & collection
Artist
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.
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