Cantor Arts Center, Stanford University Lomita Drive at Museum Way CA94305 Stanford États-Unis
Robert Mondavi Family Gallery
Englishman Peter Henry Emerson began taking photographs in 1882 and soon became an outspoken and highly influential Potaotesadvocate for fine art photography. He promoted photographs made without darkroom manipulation, and also wanted the medium to be recognized on its own terms—not as a mechanical imitation of painting. This installation presents a selection of Emerson's lushly beautiful platinum prints and photogravures featuring the English and Irish countryside. Images of villages, rivers, farmers and fishermen capture the picturesque and harmonious coexistence of man with nature. Approximately 25 works on display. IMAGE: Peter Henry Emerson (England, b. Cuba, 1856–1936), Young Woman Peeling Potatoes, 1887. Photogravure. Gift of William Rubel, 1982.334.1.
