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Temple of Vesta and Fountain, Rome
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| Artist / Maker | James Anderson |
|---|---|
| Date | 1860s |
| Culture / Origin | British |
| Medium | albumen silver print |
| Department | Photograph |
| Type | Photograph |
About the Artist
James Anderson (Isaac Atkinson) England, 1813-1877, active in Rome Born in Cumberland, England, Issac Atkinson developed an early interest in art, taking up painting and watercolor before moving to Paris for further study. In 1838 he settled in Rome, where he established a business making small bronzes and sculptures under the name James Anderson. His imitations of antique works were much in demand as souvenirs for travelers making the grand tour of the Continent. In 1849 Anderson began working in… Full biography →
Provenance & Source
Image & data: National Gallery of Art, Washington · Licence: CC0.
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