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Charles Clifford (1819-62)
Photographic Souvenir of Spain vol. I: Fountain of Neptune in the Prado, Madrid c.1861
Albumen print | 31.0 x 42.5 cm (image) | RCIN 2700030
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Photograph of the monumental fountain Fuente de Neptuno in Madrid. The fountain comprises a central sculpture of Neptune standing on a clam shell with a trident and a serpent wrapped around his right arm. The clam shell is propelled by two horses with fishes tails. The Museo del Prado can be seen through trees in the background.
Provenance
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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(photographer)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
31.0 x 42.5 cm (image)
41.0 x 54.0 cm (page dimensions)
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Alternative title(s)
Fuente de Neptuno, Madrid
