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Francis Bedford (1815-94)
Works of Art Exhibited at Marlborough House, 1854: Cellini's Shield 1854
Albumen print | 11.0 x 16.2 cm (image) | RCIN 2800187
Francis Bedford (1815-94)
'Cellini's Shield'; The Parade Shield 1854
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Photograph showing a close-up view of the Parade Shield, sometimes known as Cellini's Shield, portraying one of the four episodes from the life of Julius Caesar: This particular section depicts The Battle of Pharsalus and death of one of Pompey's generals.
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
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
11.0 x 16.2 cm (image)
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'Cellini's Shield'; The Parade Shield
