Architectural View of the Lama Temple Near Pekin, October 1860

1860

Felice Beato

Associated Names
Felice Beato

Artist, British, born Venice, 1832 - 1909

The sculpture features seated Buddhas within an ornate structure. The figures are surrounded by an intricate relief on a circular stone stupa. The sculpture is a natural stone color with carved decorations, including geometric patterns and seated Buddhas. The perspective of the image is looking up at the structure, showcasing its grandeur and intricate detailing. The craftsmanship of the carvings suggests historical and cultural significance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    albumen silver print

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Michael and Jane Wilson

  • Dimensions

    image: 28.9 × 25.1 cm (11 3/8 × 9 7/8 in.)
    mount: 29.9 × 25.1 cm (11 3/4 × 9 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2012.137.1.29

  • Volume Title

    The Second Opium War

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(sale, Christie's, South Kensington, 05 May 2000, lot 302, as The Second Opium War China, 1860); Michael and Jane Wilson, Wilson Centre for Photography, London, acquired 2000; gift to NGA, 2012.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

on verso of mount, by unknown hand, along top in black ink on paper label: Architectural view of the Lama Temple. Near Pekin / October 1860.; bottom center in graphite: 00.6693

Wikidata ID

Q64147576

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