Artwork
Portion of a marble sarcophagus of procession of draped figures
Portion of a marble sarcophagus of procession of draped figures 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. This photograph is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, showcasing a marble sarcophagus fragment.
About this work
Overview
This photograph is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection, showcasing a marble sarcophagus fragment. The V&A has a long history with photography, having collected and exhibited photographs since its early days as the South Kensington Museum.
History & Provenance
The V&A acquired this photograph, taken by Louise Laffon, in 1864 through Monsieur E. Cappe, as part of a series of 500 works. Laffon was a member of Le Société Française de la Photographie and documented objects from the Campana Collection in the Musée Napoléon III, now the Louvre.
Context
The V&A was a pioneer in collecting and exhibiting photographs, recognizing their potential to aid artists and students. The museum employed both male and female photographers, including Isabel Agnes Cowper and Louise Laffon, to support its educational mission.
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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