Henry White

British, 1819 - 1903

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The image shows a river flowing through a rocky landscape. The view is slightly elevated, allowing for a wide perspective. There are trees covering the hills in the background, and the riverbed is textured with rocks. A wooden bridge crosses the river. The color palette is sepia, giving a vintage feel. The distant trees fade into lighter tones.
Henry White, Miner's Bridge, Wales, c. 1858, albumen silver print, Purchased as the Gift of Diana and Mallory Walker, 2018.8.11

Miner's Bridge, Wales

Henry White · c. 1858 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2018.8.11

The image shows a man seated on a rocky bank near a river, holding a small object. Smooth, polished rocks line the river banks. The river flows gently past the man, bordered by large rock formations and thickly forested areas. Trees with dense foliage cover the landscape. The horizon is barely visible above the treetops, featuring a distant hill or embankment on the right side. The photo is dominated by shades of brown and gray, creating a peaceful atmosphere. The water appears smooth, while the rocks and foliage show sharp details, hinting at a long exposure technique.
Henry White, Bridge near Betws-y-Coed, c. 1858, albumen silver print, Purchased as the Gift of the Richard King Mellon Foundation, 2018.7.13

Bridge near Betws-y-Coed

Henry White · c. 1858 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2018.7.13