Bust of Hippocrates
1855
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1855
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This is a black-and-white photo of a stone bust. The man has a bald head, a thick beard, and a serious expression. He’s wearing a draped cloth over his shoulders, sitting on a small pedestal. The photo was made in 1855, showing how artists used early cameras to document sculptures. The lighting is simple, focusing on the shape of the face and cloth. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more objects like this.
