Who painted Portrait of Richard Ansdell, painter?

Portrait of Richard Ansdell, painter was painted by William Henry Lake Price in 1857.

Where can I see Portrait of Richard Ansdell, painter?

Portrait of Richard Ansdell, painter is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Portrait of Richard Ansdell, painter?

Portrait of Richard Ansdell, painter is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Portrait of Richard Ansdell, painter

William Henry Lake Price , 1857

Portrait of Richard Ansdell, painter is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist William Henry Lake Price. It dates from 1857 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

This 1858 photograph depicts Richard Ansdell, a Victorian-era painter, in a studio setting, highlighting his profession through associated props.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait showcases Ansdell with traditional tools of his trade and a still life typical of Victorian genre painting, emphasizing his artistic identity.

Technique & Style

The photograph's composition, while technically proficient for its time, prioritizes representational clarity over experimental aesthetics, reflecting the early photographic practices.

History & Provenance

First exhibited at the Photographic Society of London's groundbreaking 1858 show at the South Kensington Museum (now V&A), this work was part of the world's first museum-hosted photographic exhibition.

Context

Created during the nascent stages of photography's acceptance as an art form, the portrait bridges the traditional artistic community with the emerging photographic one.