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Photographic Souvenir of Spain vol.I: La Granja, Fountain of Neptune 1853
Salted paper print | 31.0 x 41.0 cm (image) (image) | RCIN 2700037

Charles Clifford (1819-62)
La Granja, Fountain of Neptune 1853
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Photograph of the Fountain of Neptune or the Baño de Neptuno located in the gardens of the Royal Palace of La Granja de San Ildefonso, Segovia. Neptune stands on a chariot pulled by sea horses. He holds his trident in the his right hand. The fountain is made from marble and was designed by the sculptor Juan Pascual de Mena (1707-84) for King Charles III (1716-88).
Provenance
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Salted paper print
Measurements
31.0 x 41.0 cm (image) (image)
41.0 x 54.0 cm (page dimensions)
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La Granja, Fountain of Neptune