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A Portable Photographic Dark Room Tent
A Portable Photographic Dark Room Tent.
1857
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1850s 1857 Covering Photographic Pole Poles Portable Process Processing Tent Darkroom
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Step into the past with this image of a Portable Photographic Dark Room Tent from the 1850s, as depicted in this antique photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library. This intriguing artifact offers a glimpse into the early days of photography and the painstaking process involved in capturing and developing images before the advent of modern technology. The Portable Photographic Dark Room Tent was a crucial invention for photographers during this era, enabling them to transport their darkroom setup to various locations and work in the field. The tent, which appears to be made of heavy canvas, is supported by several tall, wooden poles, creating a spacious and dark environment essential for developing photographs. The interior of the tent is filled with various photographic equipment, including a large, wooden darkroom table, chemicals, and glass plates. The photograph captures a man, likely the photographer, dressed in Victorian attire, intently working on developing an image. His focused expression and the dimly lit tent create an atmosphere of dedication and concentration. The presence of multiple men in the background suggests that this was a collaborative effort, with each person contributing to the various stages of the photographic process. This photograph offers a fascinating look into the world of 19th-century photography and the lengths photographers went to in order to capture and develop their images. The Portable Photographic Dark Room Tent represents a significant milestone in the history of photography, paving the way for the more portable and convenient darkroom equipment that would come in the future.
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