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Etude de Palmiers, Bords du Nil, Kalabschi, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
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Etude de Palmiers, Bords du Nil, Kalabschi, 1853-54. Creator: John Beasley Greene
Etude de Palmiers, Bords du Nil, Kalabschi, 1853-54
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Greene Greene John Greene John B Greene John Beasley Greene John Beasly John B John B Greene John Beasley John Beasley Greene John Beasly John Beasly Greene John Greene Nile Oasis Palm Tree Palm Trees Palms River Nile Salted Paper Print Salted Paper Print From Paper Negative The Nile Kalabsha
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Etude de Palmiers, Bords du Nil, Kalabschi, 1853-54 - Capturing the Serenity of Egypt's Oasis
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. In this photograph taken by American photographer John Beasley Greene in 1853-54, we are transported to the enchanting banks of the Nile River in Kalabschi. Titled "Etude de Palmiers" or "Study of Palm Trees" this image showcases Greene's keen eye for capturing the beauty and tranquility of nature. The composition is dominated by a cluster of majestic palm trees that gracefully sway against the backdrop of an endless sky. The intricate details captured through Greene's lens highlight each frond and branch with remarkable clarity. As if frozen in time, these palms stand as silent witnesses to centuries-old traditions along the Nile. Greene's choice to present this scene in black and white adds a timeless quality to his work, emphasizing texture and form rather than distracting colors. Through his salted paper print technique from a paper negative, he achieves a softness that enhances the ethereal atmosphere surrounding these ancient trees. This photograph not only serves as a visual delight but also provides us with valuable insight into Egypt's geographical features during the 19th century. It transports us back in time when explorers like Greene ventured far from their homeland seeking inspiration amidst foreign landscapes. Today housed within The Metropolitan Museum of Art collection, this print stands as a testament to John Beasley Greene's artistic legacy and his contribution to early
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