Canvas Print : Books Four Shelves William Henry Fox Talbot English

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Books Four Shelves William Henry Fox Talbot English

Books on Four Shelves; William Henry Fox Talbot (English, 1800 - 1877); 1842-1843; Salted paper print from a paper negative; 14.6 × 18.1 cm (5 3, 4 × 7 1, 8 in.)

Liszt Collection of nineteenth-century engravings and images to browse and enjoy

Media ID 18507488

© Liszt Collection

1800 1877 Books Paper Negative Salted Paper Talbot William Henry

20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print

Experience the timeless beauty of photography history with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints featuring "Books Four Shelves" by William Henry Fox Talbot. This iconic image, taken from the Liszt Collection, showcases a captivating scene of books neatly arranged on four shelves, captured in 1842-1843 as a salted paper print from a paper negative. Bring this piece of photographic art into your home and add a touch of historical charm to your decor. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Immerse yourself in the rich history of photography with this stunning representation of a classic Talbot work.

Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.

Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang

Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Books Four Shelves" by William Henry Fox Talbot takes us on a journey through time and knowledge. Captured between 1842 and 1843, this salted paper print from a paper negative showcases the meticulous craftsmanship of Talbot, an English pioneer in photography. In this image, we are presented with four shelves filled to the brim with books of various sizes and subjects. Each shelf tells its own story, inviting us to explore the vast realms of literature contained within their pages. The composition is carefully arranged, creating a sense of order amidst the abundance of knowledge. Talbot's mastery shines through in his use of light and shadow, enhancing the texture and depth of each book. The details captured in this small-scale print (14.6 × 18.1 cm) are astonishingly intricate, revealing Talbot's keen eye for precision. As we gaze upon this photograph, we can't help but feel a sense of reverence for these books that have stood the test of time. They represent not only individual stories but also centuries' worth of human wisdom and imagination. This remarkable piece from the Liszt Collection serves as a reminder that even in our digital age, there is something magical about holding a physical book in our hands – turning its pages and embarking on an intellectual adventure that transcends time itself.

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