Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a photographic photography by Jean Laurent. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This late 19th-century photograph is one of 611 images once owned by artist John Singer Sargent, now part of a museum collection.
About this work
Overview
This late 19th-century photograph is one of 611 images once owned by artist John Singer Sargent, now part of a museum collection.
Technique & Style
The photograph is attributed to Jean Laurent, a professional photographer known for his documentation of architecture and art objects.
Subject & Meaning
The image depicts a historical or religious architectural subject, consistent with Sargent's interests and research for his mural project, The Triumph of Religion.
History & Provenance
The photograph was part of a collection donated by Sargent's sisters, Emily and Violet, to the museum in 1925, following his death.
Context
Sargent's collection reflects his travels to over a dozen countries, including Spain, where this photograph was likely taken.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean Laurent carried a camera the way most people carry change—in his pocket, always.
Untitled
Processional sculpture of Our Lady of Regla, housed in the Chapel of San Andrés in Seville
Sculpture of the Patroness of Granada, Nuestra Señora de las Angustias (Our Lady of Sorrows), housed in the altarpiece of the Basilica de las Angustias
Processional statuary group belonging to the Fraternity of the Parish of San Vicente, Seville
Mater Dolorosa sculpture from the Capilla de Vera Cruz
Sculpture of the Virgen del Sagrario, patron of Toledo, housed in the altarpiece of the Capilla del Sagrario in the Cathedral of Toledo