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Julius Caesar

Roger Fenton

1856

photographic

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Impressionism Realism Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Julius Caesar is a 1856 photographic by Roger Fenton, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Roger Fenton
When & what style?: 1856 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This is a photo of a marble bust showing a man’s head in profile. The bust sits on a pedestal with the name "Julius Caesar" carved into it. The man’s hair is short and wavy, his face calm with a slight smile. The photo itself looks old, with a faded, sepia tone. The lighting is soft, making the marble look smooth. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see this photo in person.