Who painted Sculptured Pilaster, Church of S. Giobbe, Venice?

Sculptured Pilaster, Church of S. Giobbe, Venice was painted by Unknown in 1860.

Where can I see Sculptured Pilaster, Church of S. Giobbe, Venice?

Sculptured Pilaster, Church of S. Giobbe, Venice is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Sculptured Pilaster, Church of S. Giobbe, Venice?

Sculptured Pilaster, Church of S. Giobbe, Venice is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Sculptured Pilaster, Church of S. Giobbe, Venice

Unknown , 1860

Sculptured Pilaster, Church of S. Giobbe, Venice is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist Unknown. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. A photograph of a sculptured pilaster from the Church of S.

About this work

Overview

A photograph of a sculptured pilaster from the Church of S. Giobbe in Venice, created by combining five separate prints.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a white stone pilaster featuring classical decorative motifs, including egg-and-dart moulding and acanthus-leaf decoration, against a plain background.

Technique & Style

The photograph showcases the pilaster's intricate carvings in sharp focus, exemplifying classical ornamentation.

History & Provenance

Acquired by the South Kensington Museum (now the Victoria and Albert Museum) in the 1860s, the photograph was used as a design teaching tool.

Context

The image was part of a collection of photographs and plaster casts that provided students with examples of ornament from other countries, facilitating design education when travel was limited.