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Mr. J. Randall Plummer

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The image shows sheep grazing on grass near a calm river that winds through the landscape. In the background, a line of trees divides the field from the sky. The river narrows and disappears into the distance. The sky is filled with large clouds casting shadows over the terrain. The color palette is grayscale with variations in light tones, giving the image a serene and tranquil quality.
Peter Henry Emerson, On the River Bure, 1886, platinum print, Gift of Harvey S. Shipley Miller and J. Randall Plummer, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1995.63.2

On the River Bure

Peter Henry Emerson · 1886 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  1995.63.2

The image shows two men standing in shallow water next to a small wooden boat, handling fishing nets. The background features distant trees, a cloudy sky, and two small structures or boats on the horizon. The overall color scheme is muted in sepia tones, giving the image a vintage appearance. The contrast between the dark clothing of the men and the lighter tones of the water and sky, with soft lighting, creates a serene and industrious atmosphere.
T.F. Goodall, Peter Henry Emerson, Taking Up the Eel-Net, 1886, platinum print, Gift of Harvey S. Shipley Miller and J. Randall Plummer, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1995.63.1.g

Taking Up the Eel-Net

T.F. Goodall, Peter Henry Emerson · 1886 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  1995.63.1.g

The image depicts a wetland landscape with a horizon showing silhouettes of bare trees, small houses, and a windmill. Long grasses grow out of the water with their reflection visible in the calm surface. The scene is in a soft, monochrome palette dominated by shades of grey and taupe, evoking a calm and quiet atmosphere. The textures are gentle with smooth transitions between elements, suggesting either an early morning or late afternoon under an overcast sky.
Peter Henry Emerson, A Rushy Shore, 1886, platinum print, Gift of Harvey S. Shipley Miller and J. Randall Plummer, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1995.63.1.ii

A Rushy Shore

Peter Henry Emerson · 1886 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  1995.63.1.ii

The image shows a ground-level view of a landscape with a tall windmill on the right side, a person near a small water body, dense vegetation, scattered trees, and a cloudy sky. The scene evokes a serene and contemplative atmosphere.
Peter Henry Emerson, A Ruined Water-Mill, 1886, platinum print, Gift of Harvey S. Shipley Miller and J. Randall Plummer, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1995.63.1.k

A Ruined Water-Mill

Peter Henry Emerson · 1886 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  1995.63.1.k

The image displays a landscape with a house, leafless trees, wetland, shrubs, and tall grasses. The color palette is subdued and dominated by gray and earth tones.
T.F. Goodall, Peter Henry Emerson, The Fringe of the Marsh, 1886, platinum print, Gift of Harvey S. Shipley Miller and J. Randall Plummer, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1995.63.1.mm

The Fringe of the Marsh

T.F. Goodall, Peter Henry Emerson · 1886 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  1995.63.1.mm

This is a photograph of a rural scene by a small waterway. The image captures an outdoor setting alongside a narrow water channel, with reflections of surrounding grass and a docked wooden boat floating in the water. The boat is laden with bundles of vegetation. In the background, a man stands near a stack of collected grasses or hay. Several elements of rural life are apparent, such as the dirt path, wooden fence sections, and the rustic nature of the landscape. The sky is partly cloudy, casting an even light across the scene.
Peter Henry Emerson, T.F. Goodall, Towing the Reed, 1886, platinum print, Gift of Harvey S. Shipley Miller and J. Randall Plummer, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1995.63.1.z

Towing the Reed

Peter Henry Emerson, T.F. Goodall · 1886 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  1995.63.1.z

The image shows a black and white scene captured from an elevated angle. In the scene, two individuals are in a wooden rowboat. One person is reaching out to pluck a water lily from the water, while the other is guiding the boat with an oar. Tall reeds line the edges of the water, and in the distance, there is a forested area. The image has a soft, diffuse quality.
Peter Henry Emerson, Gathering Water-Lilies, 1886, platinum print, Gift of Harvey S. Shipley Miller and J. Randall Plummer, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1995.63.1.i

Gathering Water-Lilies

Peter Henry Emerson · 1886 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  1995.63.1.i

The image features two men near a small thatched shelter next to a water channel. One man is standing on the grass holding a stick, while the other is seated in a boat near the shelter, seemingly handling items. The horizon separates the water channels from the cloudy sky. In the background, there are vegetation and reeds along the horizon, indicating marshland. The grayscale color palette emphasizes textures of grass, water, and clothing. Different textures are visible, such as wet grass, smooth boat surface, and rough thatched roof.
Peter Henry Emerson, T.F. Goodall, The Fowler's Return, 1886, platinum print, Gift of Harvey S. Shipley Miller and J. Randall Plummer, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1995.63.1.t

The Fowler's Return

Peter Henry Emerson, T.F. Goodall · 1886 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  1995.63.1.t

The image depicts a rural scene with a low point of view, showing a small body of water. The horizon line is high, focusing on the reflective water surface below. A rustic thatched-roof building is visible on the horizon, partially hidden by trees and tall grasses. The photo is in black and white. Reflections of trees and a person working are seen on the water. The image captures a serene and peaceful atmosphere with detailed composition and monochrome color palette. Trees in the distance stand out against the cloudy sky, completing the rural landscape.
Peter Henry Emerson, T.F. Goodall, Quanting the Gladdon, 1886, platinum print, Gift of Harvey S. Shipley Miller and J. Randall Plummer, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1995.63.1.hh

Quanting the Gladdon

Peter Henry Emerson, T.F. Goodall · 1886 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  1995.63.1.hh

This image features a rural landscape with cows dispersed across the scene, some grazing and others facing the viewer. The horizon is positioned high in the composition, with a row of trees or brush marking the boundary against the sky. The image is monochromatic, using grays and earth tones. A stream curves to the right, reflecting light and leading towards haystacks sheltered by fences.
Peter Henry Emerson, T.F. Goodall, Cattle on the Marshes, 1886, platinum print, Gift of Harvey S. Shipley Miller and J. Randall Plummer, in Honor of the 50th Anniversary of the National Gallery of Art, 1995.63.1.dd

Cattle on the Marshes

Peter Henry Emerson, T.F. Goodall · 1886 · platinum print ·  Accession ID  1995.63.1.dd