Etrusco-Greek Bronze Vase

Etrusco-Greek Bronze Vase

Louise Laffon

1864

photographic

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This photo shows an ancient Etrusco-Greek bronze vase shot by Louise Laffon around 1863-64. It’s part of the Victoria and Albert Museum’s early photography collection. The same year, the museum became the first to exhibit photographs, thanks to director Henry Cole. He wanted artists and students to use photos to study historic objects like this vase. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum next.

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