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'Altar Piece'; The Adoration of the Kings 1857
Albumen print | 21.7 x 19.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2081360
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Photograph of an altar piece, 'The Adoration of Kings' by Jan Gossaert (c.1478-1532), also known as Jan Mabuse. At the centre of the work is the Virgin Mary seated, holding the Christ Child. On the right, a kneeling male figure presents the child with a gift. Angels feature in the upper half of the work.
At the time of the photograph, the work was in the collection of William George Howard, 8th Earl of Carlisle (1808-89). The work is now held by the National Gallery, London.Provenance
Presented to Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
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21.7 x 19.5 cm (image)
54.5 x 35.3 cm (page dimensions)
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