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William Johnson — Caves of Karlie: No. 1, The Approach

William Johnson

Caves of Karlie: No. 1, The Approach

1855

Dramatic rock-cut Buddhist architecture in India showcases mid-19th century albumen printing's ability to render architectural details with unprecedented clarity for Western audiences.

Medium
albumen print

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William Johnson, Caves of Karlie: No. 1, The Approach, 1855

Dramatic rock-cut Buddhist architecture in India showcases mid-19th century albumen printing's ability to render architectural details with unprecedented clarity for Western audiences.

Medium
albumen print
Year
1855
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Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland, OH

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Monochrome, Albumen Print, Caves, Documentary, 19th Century, Photograph, Landscape, British, Architecture, India

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Cleveland Museum of Art, Art Institute of Chicago