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William Henry Fox Talbot — Articles of China
William Henry Fox Talbot

Articles of China

1843

Fine china becomes artistic subject matter in this elegant still life that showcases the salted paper process's ability to capture reflective surfaces and delicate forms.

Medium
Salted paper print

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William Henry Fox Talbot, Articles of China, 1843

Fine china becomes artistic subject matter in this elegant still life that showcases the salted paper process's ability to capture reflective surfaces and delicate forms.

Medium
Salted paper print
Year
1843
Seen at
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, IL

Related themes

Objects, Monochrome, Documentary, Photograph, Early Photography, Historical, Decorative, British, Salted Paper Print, Still Life

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Art Institute of Chicago, Cleveland Museum of Art