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Photographer in Knole Park, Sevenoaks, Victorian period
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Photographer in Knole Park, Sevenoaks, Victorian period
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Camera Knole Photographer Sevenoaks
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This photograph, titled "Photographer in Knole Park, Sevenoaks, Victorian Period," is an enchanting glimpse into the past, courtesy of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online. The image, believed to be from the early Victorian or Edwardian era, depicts a photographer in his element, set against the picturesque backdrop of Knole Park in Sevenoaks, England. The photographer, dressed in the fashionable attire of the time, is seen with a large plate camera slung over his shoulder, a protective cloth draped around his neck, and a thoughtful expression on his face as he sets up his equipment. The park, with its lush greenery and serene lake, provides a stunning contrast to the industrial technology of the photographic equipment. The use of a plate camera, which captures images on large glass or metal plates coated with light-sensitive emulsion, was a popular method during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. The process was laborious and time-consuming, requiring the photographer to carefully prepare the plate, set up the camera, and expose the image, often with the assistance of an assistant. Despite the challenges, the photographer in this photograph appears to be fully immersed in his work, a testament to the passion and dedication that defined the art of photography during this period. The image also offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to an era of innovation, creativity, and wonder.
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