Mars, Venus and Vulcan, Painting by John Singleton Copley, 638-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1905-08-18

GUSN

GUSN-391790

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Description

The painting "Mars, Venus and Vulcan" by John Singleton Copley depicts a mythological scene. Venus is seated in the center, with Mars standing to the right in armor and holding a spear. Vulcan is on the left, partially hidden, working on an object. Two cherubic figures are present; one is flying above while the other is on the ground next to Mars, holding onto his leg. A landscape with trees forms the backdrop. It was photographed at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
paintings (visual works)
history paintings
gelatin dry plate negatives

Inscription

9975

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP024553
B-Series negative 638-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC022

Collection Name

Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

Date of Acquisition

1918-09-17

Reference Code

PC022.001.001.002.638-B

Date Notes

Painted in circa 1754

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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