Who painted Photographer Working, River North Esk, Kincardineshire?

Photographer Working, River North Esk, Kincardineshire was painted by Samuel Bourne.

Where can I see Photographer Working, River North Esk, Kincardineshire?

Photographer Working, River North Esk, Kincardineshire is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

Artwork

Photographer Working, River North Esk, Kincardineshire

Photographer Working, River North Esk, Kincardineshire is a photographic photography by Samuel Bourne. It is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. A black-and-white photograph captures a serene river landscape, taken from a high vantage point.

About this work

Overview

A black-and-white photograph captures a serene river landscape, taken from a high vantage point. The image shows a rocky riverbed, forested hillside, and evergreen-covered background hills.

Subject & Meaning

The photograph depicts a photographer at work on the right side of the image, operating a tripod. This inclusion suggests a self-referential or meta-quality to the work, highlighting the process of photography itself.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by soft lighting and quiet tones, with no harsh shadows. The photograph was originally captured on glass negative and later reproduced.

History & Provenance

The print is one of 25 modern reproductions made from a glass negative held in the Royal Photographic Society Collection.