Bas-relief depicting the Virgin and Child in enamelled earthenware
1864
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1864
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This work is a photograph turned into a bas-relief. It shows the Virgin and Child in enamelled earthenware. Made between 1863 and 1864 by Louise Laffon, it fits into both Impressionism and Realism. The Victoria and Albert Museum first collected photographs in 1852. It was also the first museum to display them in 1858. Henry Cole saw how photos could help artists and students learn. Next time, look up Louise Laffon.
