Artwork
Marble statue of two angels holding torch bearers
Marble statue of two angels holding torch bearers 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
To learn more about the style and technique of this photograph, look up the movement Impressionism.
This photograph is titled "Marble statue of two angels holding torch bearers".
It was taken by Louise Laffon, a French photographer, between 1863-1864. The photograph is part of the collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
The museum has a long history of collecting photographs, and this work is an example of that. To learn more about the style and technique of this photograph, look up the movement Impressionism.
Overview
This photograph, titled 'Marble statue of two angels holding torch bearers', is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection. It was taken by French photographer Louise Laffon between 1863 and 1864.
Subject & Meaning
The photograph depicts a marble statue of two angels holding torch bearers, capturing a sculptural work likely from the Campana Collection, which was housed in the Musée Napoléon III in Paris.
Technique & Style
Louise Laffon's photographic technique is exemplified in this work, which was part of a series she produced of objects from the Campana Collection. The V&A acquired 500 of her photographs in 1864.
History & Provenance
The Victoria and Albert Museum purchased this photograph as part of a larger series by Laffon through the agent Monsieur E. Cappe in 1864, reflecting the museum's early and active role in collecting photographs for educational purposes.
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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