man seated portable backdrop Hippolyte Bayard
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man seated portable backdrop Hippolyte Bayard
man seated before a portable backdrop; Hippolyte Bayard (French, 1801 - 1887); 1847; Salted paper print from a Calotype negative; 14.9 x 11.1 cm (5 7, 8 x 4 3, 8 in.)
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Media ID 18526704
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149 X 1801 1847 1887 Calotype Negative Hippolyte Bayard Man Seated Salted Paper
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in time, showcasing a man seated gracefully before a portable backdrop. The genius behind this masterpiece is none other than Hippolyte Bayard, a renowned French photographer who lived from 1801 to 1887. Created in 1847 using the innovative salted paper technique from a Calotype negative, the print measures approximately 14.9 x 11.1 cm (5 7/8 x 4 3/8 in. ). Bayard's attention to detail and composition is evident as he expertly positions his subject against the backdrop, creating an intriguing visual narrative. The portable backdrop adds depth and character to the image, hinting at the possibility of different settings or stories that could be imagined. The use of the Calotype negative process further enhances this photograph's unique charm. This early photographic technique allowed for greater detail and tonal range compared to earlier methods. As we admire this remarkable piece from Liszt Collection, it is important to note that this caption does not mention any commercial use associated with it. Instead, let us appreciate Bayard's artistic vision and technical prowess as he immortalizes this unknown man through his lens, inviting us into their world for just a brief moment captured on paper centuries ago.
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