Francis Bedford

British, 1816 - 1894

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The image shows a woodland scene with a narrow, winding path leading into a dense forest. The canopy of trees obscures the horizon, with their branches interlocking above. The path disappears into the woods at eye level. The style is photographic, capturing the texture of tree bark and light patterns through the leaves. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of black, white, and gray, highlighting light and shadow. Trees closest to the viewer are large, while the path leads into the distance.
Francis Bedford, Glen Kenilworth, c. 1868, carbon print, Gift of Charles Isaacs and Carol Nigro Ph.D, 2018.23.4

Glen Kenilworth

Francis Bedford · c. 1868 · carbon print ·  Accession ID  2018.23.4

The image shows a river landscape with rocky terrain and trees lining the waterway. A person is sitting on a large rock near the river. The water flows over rocks, leading towards trees and hills in the distance. Misty hills obscure the horizon, giving depth to the scene. The color palette includes sepia and gray tones. Natural elements like rocks and foliage provide contrasting textures.
Francis Bedford, On the Llugwy, at Miner's Bridge, Betws-y-Coed, 1860, carbon print, Purchased as the Gift of the Richard King Mellon Foundation, 2018.7.20

On the Llugwy, at Miner's Bridge, Betws-y-Coed

Francis Bedford · 1860 · carbon print ·  Accession ID  2018.7.20

Francis Frith, Francis Frith, Francis Bedford, Alfred Rosling, Robert Eaton, Meatyard, Roger Fenton, Gems of Photographic Art, 1860s, bound volume of 20 albumen silver prints, Gift of Charles Isaacs and Carol Nigro, 2008.118.1

Gems of Photographic Art

Francis Frith, Francis Frith, Francis Bedford, Alfred Rosling, Robert Eaton, Meatyard, Roger Fenton · 1860s · bound volume of 20 albumen silver prints ·  Accession ID  2008.118.1

This is a print of several different decorative motifs and ornamental designs on vertical and horizontal rectangular panels of different colors. Each panel contains unique combinations of swirling vines, floral elements, and symmetrical shapes in colors such as red, blue, green, and yellow. Some of these designs are on beige backgrounds, while some are on red or black backgrounds. The designs include stylized fruit, scrollwork, and stylized animals like a lion and a horse. At the very top are the words "GRAMMAR OF ORNAMENT" on the beige paper.
Owen Jones, Francis Bedford, The Grammar of Ornament, published 1856, bound volume with 100 chromolithographic plates, Mark J. Millard Architectural Collection, 1997.109.1

The Grammar of Ornament

Owen Jones, Francis Bedford · published 1856 · bound volume with 100 chromolithographic plates ·  Accession ID  1997.109.1

The image displays a view of a winding path through a lush garden. The dense foliage and tall trees obstruct the horizon. The path curves gently, leading the eye through the scene. The bushes and trees provide a detailed texture against a cloudy sky. The color palette is primarily sepia and black, creating a nostalgic atmosphere.
Francis Bedford, Pathway in Alexandra Park, c. 1863, albumen silver print, Gift of Charles Isaacs and Carol Nigro Ph.D, 2018.23.5

Pathway in Alexandra Park

Francis Bedford · c. 1863 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2018.23.5

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Village of Eynesford, Kent

Francis Bedford, Francis Frith · 1860s · albumen print ·  Accession ID  2008.118.1.14

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Eltham Palace, Kent

Francis Bedford, Francis Frith · 1860s · albumen print ·  Accession ID  2008.118.1.18

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Glen at Lynmouth

Francis Bedford, Francis Frith · 1860s · albumen print ·  Accession ID  2008.118.1.20

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The Pier, Lynmouth

Francis Bedford, Francis Frith · 1860s · albumen print ·  Accession ID  2008.118.1.4

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Cedar at Warwick Castle

Francis Bedford, Francis Frith · 1860s · albumen print ·  Accession ID  2008.118.1.8