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Frederick H. Evans — Ely Cathedral: Nave, to West

Frederick H. Evans

Ely Cathedral: Nave, to West

1891

Looking westward down the full length of the nave, Evans captures the dramatic perspective and monumental scale that defines the medieval cathedral experience. His technical mastery allowed him to record the full tonal range from deep shadows to brilliant highlights.

Medium
Lantern slide

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Frederick H. Evans, Ely Cathedral: Nave, to West, 1891

Looking westward down the full length of the nave, Evans captures the dramatic perspective and monumental scale that defines the medieval cathedral experience. His technical mastery allowed him to record the full tonal range from deep shadows to brilliant highlights.

Medium
Lantern slide
Year
1891
Seen at
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL

Related themes

Monochrome, Photography, Cathedral, Serene, Documentary, Architectural, Interior, Late 19th Century, British, Black and White

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Art Institute of Chicago, Cleveland Museum of Art