Mont Saint-Michel, St. Michel
1884
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1884
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This black-and-white photo shows a stone statue of a robed figure standing on a pedestal. The figure has one arm raised and holds what looks like a book or shield. A dragon or winged creature is curled at the statue’s feet, almost like it’s being stepped on. The statue is set against a rough stone wall with an arched window behind it. The photo was taken in the 1880s, capturing real details of the Abbey of Mont Saint-Michel. The lighting is simple, focusing on the textures of the stone and the carving. Next, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more photos like this.
