| Charles Clifford Fountain of Neptune in the Prado, Madrid [Photographic Souvenir of Spain vol. I] 1861 (ca) Albumen print 31.0 x 42.5 cm (image) The Royal Collection RCIN 2700030 LL/93178 Photograph of the monumental fountain Fuente de Neptuno in Madrid. The fountain comprises a central sculpture of Neptune standing on a clam shell with a trident and a serpent wrapped around his right arm. The clam shell is propelled by two horses with fishes tails. The Museo del Prado can be seen through trees in the background.
Acquired by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert
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