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Temple of Vesta and Fountain, Rome

1860s

James Anderson

Associated Names

James Anderson

Artist, British, 1813 - 1877

The image shows a fountain surrounded by a circular basin and a historic structure in the background. The fountain is ornate with sculptural elements and aged surroundings. Geometry of the paving stones emphasizes the fountain. Behind it is the Temple of Hercules Victor, characterized by tall Corinthian columns and a conical roof. The temple is surrounded by trees and stone walls, creating a serene atmosphere. The image is in sepia tone.

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Artwork overview

Medium

albumen silver print
Credit Line

Purchased as the Gift of the Richard King Mellon Foundation
Dimensions

image: 30.2 × 41 cm (11 7/8 × 16 1/8 in.)
mount: 45.5 × 55.5 cm (17 15/16 × 21 7/8 in.)
Accession Number

2018.7.15

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Lee Gallery, Winchester, MA); (Charles Isaacs Photographs, Inc., New York), 2004; NGA purchase, 2018.

Associated Names

Isaacs, Charles

Inscriptions

by unknown hand, on lower right edge of mount in graphite: 45001 [check mark]; by unknown hand, on lower right corner in graphite: Temple of Vesta

Wikidata ID

Q64155424

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