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Francis Bedford (1815-94)
Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: Silver Cup by Morel 1854
Albumen print | 16.0 x 10.1 cm (image) | RCIN 2800174
Francis Bedford (1815-94)
'Silver Cup by Morel' 1854
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Photograph of a silver lidded cup decorated with scroll chasing and gem insets. The stem has a sphere, half way up, decorated with four medallions. The medallion facing the camera depicts a satyr. The cup bowl and lid have figures in high relief. The handle has the shape of a semi-naked infant holding cymbals.
Provenance
Commissioned by Henry Cole. Later acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
16.0 x 10.1 cm (image)
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'Silver Cup by Morel'
