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Camera Obscura
circa 1840: Two early box cameras, known as mousetrap cameras, designed by the British scientist and photographer William Henry Fox Talbot. They are the type of camera used by Fox Talbot to produce some of the very first photographic negatives, pictures of his home Lacock Abbey in Wiltshire. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 11803604
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Step into the world of photography's early beginnings with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. Featuring the intriguing image "Camera Obscura" by Hulton Archive, this print showcases two early box cameras designed by the pioneering British scientist and photographer William Henry Fox Talbot around 1840, affectionately referred to as 'mousetrap cameras'. These ingenious inventions mark a significant milestone in the history of photography. Bring this fascinating piece of history into your home or office and relish the charm of early photographic innovation.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases two early box cameras, famously known as mousetrap cameras, designed by the brilliant British scientist and photographer William Henry Fox Talbot. Dating back to around 1840, these remarkable devices were instrumental in capturing some of the very first photographic negatives ever produced. With these cameras, Fox Talbot immortalized his beloved home, Lacock Abbey in Wiltshire. The image transports us back to a time when photography was still in its infancy, yet already showing immense potential. The intricate details of the box cameras are beautifully highlighted against the stark background. Their vintage charm is undeniable – a testament to their historical significance. As we gaze upon this photograph from Hulton Archive/Getty Images, we can't help but appreciate how far photography has come since those early days. These simple yet groundbreaking inventions paved the way for countless advancements that have shaped our modern world. Whether you're an avid photographer or simply an admirer of art history, this stunning portrait captures a pivotal moment in camera technology's evolution. It serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and creativity that drives human progress – qualities that continue to inspire artists and innovators today.
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