Laboratory / photography prints

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Laboratory / photography prints

A laboratory/workshop for making photographic prints. The engraving shows the range of equipment required to turn negatives into positive photos. Date: 1864

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1864 Bench Counter Laboratory Negative Photographic Process Surface Tools Workroom Workshop Worktop

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1. Title: A 19th Century Photographic Laboratory: A Journey from Negative to Positive. This photograph print, dating back to 1864, offers a rare glimpse into the intricate world of a 19th-century photographic laboratory. The engraving showcases the extensive range of equipment required to transform the delicate negatives into stunning positive prints. The photographic process, a marvel of the time, was a labor-intensive endeavor that demanded meticulous attention to detail. The workshop, filled with an array of specialized tools and machinery, was the heart of this artistic endeavor. The image reveals a spacious workroom, with a long workbench and counter acting as the primary work surface. The worktop, lined with various tools and apparatuses, bears testament to the painstaking process of creating photographic prints. The bench, cluttered with equipment, is home to an assortment of glass plates, chemicals, and brushes – all essential components in the photographic process. At the center of the room stands a large, imposing piece of machinery – the printing apparatus. This contraption, a marvel of engineering, is responsible for transferring the image from the negative to a light-sensitive paper, resulting in a positive print. The intricate details of the machinery, from the bellows to the focusing mechanism, speak to the precision and dedication required to master the art of photographic printing. The laboratory, a sanctuary for the passionate and curious, was a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. This photograph print, a window into the past, offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century photographic artistry.

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