Sheppard William Ludwell Collection

Falls of the Blackwater, 1872. Creator: Frederick William Quartley
Falls of the Blackwater, 1872. Waterfalls in West Virginia, USA: Just below us flows the famous Blackwater through an awful rift nearly two thousand feet in depth...This is the land of

Anvil Cliff, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
Anvil Cliff, 1872. Rock formation on the New River, Virginia, USA:the rugged, riven, and weird Anvil Cliff lifts its awful but not repulsive front....the height of which

The Chickahominy, 1872. Creator: William Wellstood
The Chickahominy, 1872. River in eastern Virginia, USA: The Chickahominy is the chosen abode of all the known varieties of " varmints" of that region

The Chickahominy, 1872. Creator: William Wellstood
The Chickahominy. 1872

Caught in the Act (Harpers Bazaar, Vol. VIII), May 22, 1875

Karrs Pinnacles, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
Karrs Pinnacles, 1872. Unusual rock formation eighteen miles above Petersburg, West Virginia, USA:we see two thin sheets of rock, towering perpendicularly, side by side

Cathedral Rock, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
Cathedral Rock, 1872. Rock formation reminiscent of a cathedral, West Virginia, USA: a vast minster of the Gothic ages...There is the grand portal, with its pointed arch

Chimney Rocks, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
Chimney Rocks, 1872. Unusual rock formation in West Virginia, USA: At the butt of a sharp spur rises a towering architectural mass

Cathedral Rock - Side-view, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
Cathedral Rock - Side-view, 1872. Rock formation reminiscent of a cathedral, West Virginia, USA: we may vary the scene indefinitely by changing position

Petersburg Gap, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
Petersburg Gap, 1872. Rocky landscape with trees on the South Branch of the Potomac River, West Virginia, USA: we suddenly turn into the cool and shadowy gorge of the Southern Gate

Goshen Pass, 1872. Creator: Henry Duff Linton
Goshen Pass, 1872. Gorge formed by the passage of the Maury River, Rockbridge County, Virginia, USA, which extends nearly nine miles between its frowning walls

Clifton Forge, 1872. Creator: Henry Duff Linton
Clifton Forge, 1872. Scene in rural Virginia, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains, Rivers

Looking Down the Potomac, from the Chain Bridge, 1874. Creator: John Filmer
Looking Down the Potomac, from the Chain Bridge, 1874. View of the River Potomac at Little Falls, Washington DC, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In

Public Buildings in Washington, 1874. Creator: John Filmer
Public Buildings in Washington, 1874. Treasury Department; White House Front View; Smithsonian Institute; [Capitol Building], City Hall, White House Rear View; View from Agricultural Grounds

Peaks of Otter, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
Peaks of Otter, 1872. View of three mountain peaks in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In

Washington from Arlington Heights, 1874. Creator: Robert Hinshelwood
Washington from Arlington Heights, 1874. View across the Potomac to the Capitol Building, Washington DC, USA. The site chosen by the first Congress for the capital of the United States

New River at Egglestons Springs, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
New River at Egglestons Springs, 1872. Peaceful scene in Virginia, USA. From " Picturesque America; or, The Land We Live In, A Delineation by Pen and Pencil of the Mountains, Rivers

Purgatory Falls, Head-Waters of the Roanoke, 1872. Creator: John J. Harley
Purgatory Falls, Head-Waters of the Roanoke, 1872. Waterfall at the source of the Roanoke River, Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia, USA

The Cliffs of Seneca, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
The Cliffs of Seneca, 1872. View of Seneca Rocks, at the confluence of Seneca Creek with the North Fork of the South Branch of the Potomac River in West Virginia, USA: Imagine a thin

Rainbow Arch, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
Rainbow Arch, 1872. Rock formation on the James River, Virginia, USA: The stratification here is most rare and strange, describing the arc of a circle

Natural Towers, 1872. Creator: Frederick William Quartley
Natural Towers, 1872. Rock formation in Augusta County, Virginia, USA:the Towers rise straight up from the cultivated field

Natural Tunnel, 1872. Creator: William Ludwell Sheppard
Natural Tunnel, 1872. View of the Natural Tunnel, a cave that is so large it is used as a railroad tunnel, Appalachian Mountains, Scott County, Virginia, USA

Great Falls of the Potomac, 1874. Creator: Alfred Harral
Great Falls of the Potomac, 1874. Waterfalls on the Potomac River on the border of Maryland and Virginia, USA. Here the water foams and rushes among jagged rocks

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Sheppard William Ludwell: Capturing the Beauty of Nature in Stunning Detail Step back in time to Anvil Cliff, 1872, as we delve into the captivating world of Sheppard William Ludwell. This talented artist and photographer had an extraordinary ability to freeze moments in time, allowing us a glimpse into the past. In "Caught in the Act" (Harpers Bazaar, Vol. VIII), May 22, 1875, Ludwell's lens immortalizes a scene filled with intrigue and mystery. The subjects caught unaware reveal their true essence through his masterful composition. Traveling further through his portfolio, we encounter Karrs Pinnacles from 1872. Here, Ludwell showcases his keen eye for detail as he captures nature's intricate formations with precision and grace. Moving on to Falls of the Blackwater from the same year by Frederick William Quartley; it becomes evident that Sheppard was not only skilled behind the camera but also had an eye for curating exceptional works by other artists. Cathedral Rock beckons us next - a majestic creation captured by none other than Ludwell himself. His talent shines through as he presents this natural wonder in all its grandeur during that transformative year of 1872. Chimney Rocks stands tall among his collection - another testament to Sheppard's ability to capture nature's beauty at its finest. With each click of his camera shutter, he reveals hidden stories within these ancient formations. A side-view perspective brings Cathedral Rock alive once more - showcasing Sheppard's versatility and commitment to capturing every angle possible for posterity. Petersburg Gap transports us back to 1872 when Sheppard ventured beyond landscapes alone. His lens turned towards human-made structures while still maintaining an artistic touch that made each photograph unique. The Chickahominy invites us into its tranquil embrace through William Wellstood's lens under Sheppard's guidance – revealing the serene beauty of this natural wonder.