| Reference number | RAH/5/6/1/5 |
| Title | Princes, Art Patrons and Artists |
| Description | In the centre of this section is the Parthenon, the ancient Greek temple said to have inspired the Royal Albert Hall's frieze. Surrounding the temple are princes and royal personages and consultants. To the left and right of the princes you can see artists and their patrons, or supporters. On the left, an artist displays his painted vase to patrons while to his right another shows his painting to two warriors. On the far right, a sculptor unveils an impressive carving of a lion to two more guests. |
| Date | c1869-1870 |
| Physical Description | Pen and ink drawing on white paper with red watercolour wash background. Some damage to small sections of drawing including holes in the section depicting St. Paul's Cathedral. |
| Format | Drawing |
| Extent | 1 drawing |
| Level | Item |
| Creator Name | Edward Armitage RA
Edward Armitage RA (20 May 1817 - 24 May 1896) was an English Victorian-era painter whose work focused on historical, classical and biblical subjects. Around 1867 he contributed to what was referred to as the Kensington Valhalla at South Kensington Museum, now the V&A, when he was responsible for depicting Benozzo Gozzali. |