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The Cadogan Lamp, c1507-1510, (1881). Creator: W. M. McGill
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The Cadogan Lamp, c1507-1510, (1881). Creator: W. M. McGill
The Cadogan Lamp, c1507-1510, (1881). Etching of a bronze oil lamp made in the early 16th century in Padua, Italy, by Andrea Riccio, and acquired at the Cadogan sale in 1865. The lamp is in the form of an ancient galley or fantastical ship, with a statuette of a cupid riding a dolphin in the cover. On the side is a youth blowing a horn into a billowing sail, representing the motto make haste slowly. From " The South Kensington Museum", a book of engraved illustrations, with descriptions, of the works of art in the collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum in London (formerly known as the South Kensington Museum). [Sampson Low, Marston, Searle and Rivington, London, 1881]
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The Cadogan Lamp, c1507-1510" is a captivating print that showcases an exquisite bronze oil lamp created in the early 16th century in Padua, Italy. Crafted by the skilled hands of Andrea Riccio, this remarkable artifact was acquired at the Cadogan sale in 1865 and has since become a treasured piece within the Victoria & Albert Museum's collection. The lamp itself takes on the form of an ancient galley or fantastical ship, with intricate details that mesmerize viewers. Adorning its cover is a statuette of a cupid riding a dolphin, adding an element of whimsy to this ornate masterpiece. On one side stands a youth blowing into a horn towards a billowing sail, symbolizing the motto "make haste slowly". W. M. McGill's etching beautifully captures every nuance and detail of this Renaissance-era lamp. The black and white depiction enhances its decorative qualities while allowing us to appreciate its craftsmanship from centuries past. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to witness not only the artistry but also the ingenuity behind such creations. This photograph serves as both documentation and celebration of Andrea Riccio's talent as well as an homage to Italian metalwork during this period. "The Cadogan Lamp" print invites us to marvel at history's artistic treasures and reminds us how these artifacts continue to inspire awe even centuries later.
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