F. Jay Haynes

Haynes, Frank Jay

American, 1853 - 1921

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The image shows a geyser erupting in a flat landscape, with a river nearby. A dense forest and hills can be seen in the background, and the color palette is sepia-toned with earthy browns and muted grays accentuating the contrast between the ground and vegetation.
F. Jay Haynes, Hell's Half Acre, Firehole River, 1884, albumen silver print, Patrons' Permanent Fund, 1995.36.87

Hell's Half Acre, Firehole River

F. Jay Haynes · 1884 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  1995.36.87

The image shows a landscape with a rocky terrain covered with scattered boulders in the foreground. A railway track runs diagonally across the rocky expanse. Beyond the tracks, the land transitions into a broad, flat valley leading to a mountain range. The mountains rise steeply in the distance with erosion patterns and sparse vegetation. The mountains form a natural horizon line against a clear sky. The color palette is dominated by muted tones of brown and gray, emphasizing the arid quality of the landscape. The detailed textures of the scene are captured in black and white.
F. Jay Haynes, Cinnabar Mountain and Devil's Slide, 1880–1889, albumen silver print, Gift of the UBS Art Collection, 2023.30.81

Cinnabar Mountain and Devil's Slide

F. Jay Haynes · 1880–1889 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2023.30.81

The image shows a landscape view over a body of water towards a shoreline with trees. The horizon is high, dividing the image in two with hills or low mountains in the distance. The sky has soft, fluffy clouds, adding depth. The water is calm with slight ripples, creating tranquility. The color palette is muted with a warm sepia tone. A small area of land extends into the water on the right, with trees. Some twigs protrude from the water closer to the viewer.
F. Jay Haynes, Yellowstone Lake, 1880s, gelatin silver print, Robert B. Menschel Fund, 1998.139.1

Yellowstone Lake

F. Jay Haynes · 1880s · gelatin silver print ·  Accession ID  1998.139.1

The image depicts a waterfall cascading down between large rock formations. The perspective highlights the vertical plunge of the waterfall, with rocky cliffs framing it. The horizon is obstructed by the cliffs and trees, which stand tall and are topped by a cluster of trees. The picture is in black and white, emphasizing textures and contrasts within the rocks and water. The waterfall is white against the darker tones of the rocks and vegetation. In the foreground, there is a rocky streambed and fallen logs. The composition evokes depth and grandeur, guiding the viewer's gaze along the water's path from the cliffs to the riverbed.
F. Jay Haynes, Tower Falls, 110 Feet. Yellowstone National Park, c. 1885, albumen silver print, Robert B. Menschel and the Vital Projects Fund, 2019.89.1

Tower Falls, 110 Feet. Yellowstone National Park

F. Jay Haynes · c. 1885 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2019.89.1

The image shows a mountain landscape from a lower perspective. There is a large rocky mountain dominating the scene, with a rugged peak visible. In the foreground, there are trees, shrubs, and a small bridge. The image has a sepia tone, with shadows and light creating depth. Different textures add complexity to the scene.
F. Jay Haynes, Untitled, c. 1884, albumen silver print, Gift of Mary and Dan Solomon and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2006.133.83

Untitled

F. Jay Haynes · c. 1884 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2006.133.83

F. Jay Haynes, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Falls, c. 1884, albumen silver print, Gift of Mary and Dan Solomon, 2006.131.4

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Falls

F. Jay Haynes · c. 1884 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2006.131.4

The image shows a landscape with wooden industrial buildings spread across rocky terrain. The viewpoint is elevated, offering a broad view of the area. In the distance, there is a hillside with scattered trees and smoke rising from smokestacks. A dirt path winds through rocks towards red-brown buildings with white-trimmed windows. Further away, more buildings are visible on a slope with smoke rising from them. The color palette is sepia, giving the scene a vintage feel.
F. Jay Haynes, Granite Silver Mine, Montana, c. 1880, albumen silver print, Gift of the UBS Art Collection, 2023.30.80

Granite Silver Mine, Montana

F. Jay Haynes · c. 1880 · albumen silver print ·  Accession ID  2023.30.80