Who painted Etrusco-Greek Bronze Vase?

Etrusco-Greek Bronze Vase was painted by Louise Laffon in 1864.

Where can I see Etrusco-Greek Bronze Vase?

Etrusco-Greek Bronze Vase is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Etrusco-Greek Bronze Vase?

Etrusco-Greek Bronze Vase is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Etrusco-Greek Bronze Vase

Louise Laffon , 1864

Etrusco-Greek Bronze Vase 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

This photo shows an ancient Etrusco-Greek bronze vase shot by Louise Laffon around 1863-64. It’s part of the Victoria and Albert Museum’s early photography collection.

The same year, the museum became the first to exhibit photographs, thanks to director Henry Cole. He wanted artists and students to use photos to study historic objects like this vase.

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Overview

This photograph, taken by Louise Laffon around 1863-64, depicts an ancient Etrusco-Greek bronze vase. It is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's early photography collection.

History & Provenance

The Victoria and Albert Museum acquired this photograph in 1864 as part of a series of 500 works by Laffon, purchased through the agent Monsieur E. Cappe. The museum was a pioneer in collecting and exhibiting photographs, becoming the first to do so in 1858 under the direction of Henry Cole.

Context

Henry Cole, the museum's founding director, recognized the potential of photography to aid artists and students in studying historic objects. The museum employed photographers, including women like Isabel Agnes Cowper, and sourced images from independent professionals.

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.