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Francis Bedford (1815-94)

Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: Cellini's Shield 1854

Albumen print | 10.8 x 16.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2800186

'Cellini's Shield'; The Parade Shield

Francis Bedford (1815-94)

'Cellini's Shield'; The Parade Shield 1854

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Description

Photograph showing a close-up view of the Parade Shield, sometimes called 'Cellini's Shield', depicting one of the four episodes from the life of Julius Caesar: This particular section depicts the defilement of Caesar's robe by the blood of the sacrifice.

The shield is held by the Royal Collection (RCNI 62978) and is currently on display in the Queen's Guard Chamber, Windsor Castle.

Provenance

Commissioned by Henry Cole. Later acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Francis Bedford (1815-94)
(photographer)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page Victoria, Queen of the United Kingdom (1819-1901)

Search the collection View the person page Prince Albert, Prince Consort (1819-61)

Commissioner(s)

Search the collection Henry Cole (1808-82)

Subject(s)

Search the collection Benvenuto Cellini (1500-70)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Albumen print

albumen print

Measurements

10.8 x 16.7 cm (image)
Groupings
Category
Photographs
Object type(s)
visual works
photographs
Subject(s)
Places
Europe
Great Britain
England
Greater London [England]
London [Greater London]
City of Westminster [London]
Marlborough House [London]
Social sciences
Military affairs
Wars, Campaigns & Battles
War operations
Battles
Science, Medicine and Technology
Engineering & Technology
Military engineering
Arms (weapons)
Armour
Shields (armour)
Helmets
Side arms (weapons)
Swords
Agriculture and related techniques
Animal husbandry
Cattle & oxen
Bulls
References

Alternative title(s)

'Cellini's Shield'; The Parade Shield

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