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PHOTOGRAPHY: CRIMEAN WAR. Roger Fentons photographic darkroom on wheels which
PHOTOGRAPHY: CRIMEAN WAR.
Roger Fentons photographic darkroom on wheels which was used in the Crimean War, the first war to be photographed. Marcus Sparling, Fentons assistant, is pictured here
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Media ID 12414502
1850 1850s Assistant Crimean War Driver Fenton Marcus Photographer Roger Wagon Wheel Darkroom
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring "PHOTOGRAPHY: CRIMEAN WAR. Roger Fentons photographic darkroom on wheels." This vintage image, sourced from Granger Art on Demand, showcases a remarkable moment in photographic history. Witness the innovative mobile darkroom used during the Crimean War, the first conflict to be extensively documented through photography. In the foreground, Marcus Sparling, Fenton's assistant, skillfully prepares for the next photographic masterpiece. Add this intriguing piece to your collection and bring the rich history of photography into your home or office.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 44cm (16.5" x 17.3")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
The photograph captures a significant moment in the history of photography - Roger Fenton's photographic darkroom on wheels during the Crimean War. This mobile darkroom was used to capture images during the war, making it the first conflict to be documented through photographs. In this particular image, we see Marcus Sparling, Fenton's assistant, standing beside the wagon. The scene is set against an exterior backdrop with other men visible in the background. Sparling stands tall and proud, sporting a beard that adds character to his appearance. The wagon itself is a marvel of innovation for its time - a portable sanctuary where Fenton could develop his photographs amidst challenging conditions. This print serves as a testament to both technological advancements and human resilience in times of war. It showcases how photography played an essential role in documenting historical events and shaping our understanding of them today. As we gaze upon this image from 1850s, we are transported back to that era when photographers like Fenton pushed boundaries and risked their lives to capture moments that would otherwise fade into oblivion. It reminds us of the power of visual storytelling and how one photograph can encapsulate an entire chapter in history.
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