Joseph Parkin Mayall, Sir F. Leighton P.R.A.

Sir F. Leighton P.R.A., ca.1884

From: Joseph Parkin Mayall

RA Collection: Art

Photographed in the studio of the house designed for Leighton by George Aitchison R.A. (1825-1910) in Holland Park Road. In the background of the photograph, to the left, can be seen a model of 'The Sluggard', while on the table to Leighton's right is a model of 'Athlete struggling with a Python'. Full size, plaster painted bronze versions of both sculptures are in the Academy's collection.

Object details

Title
Sir F. Leighton P.R.A.
Photographed by
Published by
From
F.G. Stephens (ed.), Artists at home photographed by J.P. Mayall, London 1884, pl.[2]
Date
ca.1884
Object type
Photograph
Place of Publication
London
Medium
Photogravure
Dimensions

165 mm x 222 mm

Collection
Royal Academy of Arts
Object number
05/4565
This image is from a book

Artists At Home Photographed By J.P. Mayall, And Reproduced In Facsimile By Photo-Engraving On Copper Plates. Edited, With Biographical Notices And Descriptions, By F.G. Stephens - London:: 1884. [All rights reserved.]

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