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The Sevres China, from the Imperial Manufactory in the French Court

William England

1862

photographic

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

The Sevres China, from the Imperial Manufactory in the French Court is a 1862 photographic by William England, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: William England
When & what style?: 1862 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This photo shows rows of fancy vases and jars packed tightly on shelves. Each piece has detailed designs, like flowers or figures, painted in soft tones. The background has tall windows and carved decorations on the walls. The photo was taken at a big event called the International Exhibition of 1862. It looks like a mix of old and new styles, showing off luxury items. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more objects like these.

The story of this work

Overview

A stereograph by William England from the International Exhibition of 1862 shows a display of Sèvres porcelain in the French Court at the Crystal Palace, marked with a number.

Read the full account in the museum source.