Artwork
Processional sculpture of Our Lady of Regla, housed in the Chapel of San Andrés in Seville
Processional sculpture of Our Lady of Regla, housed in the Chapel of San Andrés in Seville is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1894 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This photograph depicts a wooden statue of Our Lady of Regla, captured in a processional context.
About this work
Overview
This photograph depicts a wooden statue of Our Lady of Regla, captured in a processional context. The image is part of a larger collection of 611 photographs once owned by the artist John Singer Sargent.
Subject & Meaning
The statue, dressed in ornate blue robes with gold trim, wears a crown and holds a scepter, signifying its importance in a religious context. Our Lady of Regla is a revered figure, and the statue's depiction reflects its role in Spanish religious traditions.
History & Provenance
The photograph was part of John Singer Sargent's collection, amassed during his travels. After his death, it was donated to the Museum by his sisters, Emily and Violet Sargent Ormond, in 1925, along with 610 other photographs, expanding the Museum's educational resources.
Artist & collection
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Untitled
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