Who painted Figure of an Angel Kneeling, enamelled earthenware?

Figure of an Angel Kneeling, enamelled earthenware was painted by Louise Laffon in 1864.

Where can I see Figure of an Angel Kneeling, enamelled earthenware?

Figure of an Angel Kneeling, enamelled earthenware is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Figure of an Angel Kneeling, enamelled earthenware?

Figure of an Angel Kneeling, enamelled earthenware is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Figure of an Angel Kneeling, enamelled earthenware

Louise Laffon , 1864

Figure of an Angel Kneeling, enamelled earthenware 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

The image sits between Impressionism and Realism—two styles that shaped 19th-century art.

Louise Laffon made this photo in 1863-64. It’s an enamelled earthenware figure of an angel kneeling. The image sits between Impressionism and Realism—two styles that shaped 19th-century art.

The Victoria and Albert Museum has collected photos since 1852. They were the first museum to show photographs publicly. Women artists like Laffon often got less attention back then.

If you want to dig deeper, look up the artist Laffon, Louise.

Overview

This photograph by Louise Laffon depicts an enamelled earthenware figure of a kneeling angel. The image was captured between 1863 and 1864.

Technique & Style

Laffon's photograph occupies a stylistic middle ground between Impressionism and Realism, reflecting the diverse influences on 19th-century photography.

History & Provenance

The Victoria and Albert Museum acquired this photograph as part of a series of 500 works by Laffon in 1864, purchased through the agent Monsieur E. Cappe.

Context

The V&A was a pioneer in collecting and exhibiting photographs, starting in 1852 and 1858 respectively, and employed female photographers like Laffon to further its educational mission.

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.