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Francis Bedford (1815-94)
Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: Morel's Agate Cup. Enamel 1854
Albumen print | 12.9 x 10.0 cm (image) | RCIN 2800163
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Photograph of a cup with an agate bowl supported by an enamelled stem in the the shape of two human figures. One figure sits on the shoulders of the other. The handle is formed by a drape, held at one end by a female figure riding a sea creature and, at the other end, by a putto.
Provenance
Commissioned by Henry Cole. Later acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
12.9 x 10.0 cm (image)
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Alternative title(s)
''Morel's Agate Cup. Enamel.'
