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Gulmarg, by J.W. Groves, photographic, 1894

Gulmarg

J.W. Groves

1894

photographic

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

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Overview

Gulmarg is a 1894 photographic by J.W. Groves, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?
J.W. Groves
When & what style?
1894 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?
Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This black and white photograph shows a serene landscape of trees and mountains. In the foreground, several trees stand tall, while others lie on the ground. The background features a mountain range, with the sky visible at the top of the image. The photograph has a soft, dreamy quality to it, with the trees and mountains blending together in a gentle haze. The overall effect is one of peacefulness and tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about this style of photography, you might want to explore the work of the artist, Groves, J.W.

The story of this work

Overview

The photograph depicts a group of individuals standing within a densely wooded area, with tree-covered hills visible in the background. The image is rendered in black and white and lacks a physical mount.

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About the artist

Artist

J.W. Groves

Photographer J.W. Groves captured Kashmir in the 1890s, leaving behind glass-plate prints of landmarks like Nedou’s Hotel in Gulmarg and the post office entrance in Islamabad. His lens framed scenes where locals and…

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