Artwork
'A Cage of Cupids' at the Dublin International Exhibition 1865
'A Cage of Cupids' at the Dublin International Exhibition 1865 is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company. It dates from 1865 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
This photo shows a small white sculpture inside a birdcage. The sculpture looks like two chubby babies tangled together. The cage has thin metal bars, and a bird perches on top.
This was made for a big show in Dublin in 1865. The photo uses two side-by-side pictures to create a 3D effect.
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Overview
A Cage of Cupids is a stereoscopic photograph exhibited at the 1865 Dublin International Exhibition, cataloged as number 34 in a series of views. The image captures a small, intricate scene within a birdcage.
Subject & Meaning
The photograph depicts a white sculpture of two intertwined chubby figures, resembling infants, enclosed within a birdcage with thin metal bars. A bird is perched atop the cage, adding a layer of visual interest.
Technique & Style
Employing stereoscopic photography, the work consists of two side-by-side images designed to create a three-dimensional effect when viewed through a stereoscope, characteristic of the London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company's output.
History & Provenance
Originally showcased at the Dublin International Exhibition in 1865, the photograph's provenance and current location are not specified in available records.
Context
Created for a major international exhibition, the piece reflects the Victorian era's fascination with novelty, sculpture, and innovative photographic techniques.
Artist & collection
Artist
London Stereoscopic and Photographic Company
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