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Henry Peach Robinson Collection

Henry Peach Robinson was a renowned photographer who made significant contributions to the field of photography during the 19th century

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: When Day's Work Is Done, Printed 1889-1891. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

When Day's Work Is Done, Printed 1889-1891. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
When Day's Work Is Done, Printed 1889-1891

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: A Merry Tale, Printed 1889-1891. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

A Merry Tale, Printed 1889-1891. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
A Merry Tale, Printed 1889-1891

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Dawn & Sunset, Printed 1889-1891. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson. Dawn & Sunset, Printed 1889-1891

Dawn & Sunset, Printed 1889-1891. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson. Dawn & Sunset, Printed 1889-1891
Dawn & Sunset, Printed 1889-1891

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Carolling, Printed 1889-1891. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

Carolling, Printed 1889-1891. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
Carolling, Printed 1889-1891

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Fading Away, from 'Illustrated Times', October 5, 1858. Creator: Unknown

Fading Away, from "Illustrated Times", October 5, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Fading Away, from " Illustrated Times", October 5, 1858

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Scene d Octobre: La jeune poitrinaire (An October Scene: The Young Consumptive, October 2-9, 1864)

Scene d Octobre: La jeune poitrinaire (An October Scene: The Young Consumptive, October 2-9, 1864. Creator: Unknown)
Scene d Octobre: La jeune poitrinaire (An October Scene: The Young Consumptive), from " Le Journal Illustre" no. 34, October 2-9, 1864

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Rook Shooting, May 21, 1881. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

Rook Shooting, May 21, 1881. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
Rook Shooting, May 21, 1881. Albumen print

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Dawn and Sunset, 1885, printed January 1890. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

Dawn and Sunset, 1885, printed January 1890. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
Dawn and Sunset, 1885, printed January 1890. Photogravure, from " Sun Artists, number 2" (1890)

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: I think on the Laddie that lo es me so well, 1882. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

I think on the Laddie that lo es me so well, 1882. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
I think on the Laddie that lo es me so well, 1882. [Young woman thinking of her beau]. Albumen print

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: A Merry Tale, 1882, printed January 1890. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

A Merry Tale, 1882, printed January 1890. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
A Merry Tale, 1882, printed January 1890. Photogravure, from " Sun Artists, number 2" (1890)

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Carolling, 1887, printed January 1890. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

Carolling, 1887, printed January 1890. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
Carolling, 1887, printed January 1890. Photogravure, from " Sun Artists, number 2" (1890)

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: When the Days Work is Done, 1877, printed January 1890. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

When the Days Work is Done, 1877, printed January 1890. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
When the Days Work is Done, 1877, printed January 1890. Photogravure, from " Sun Artists, number 2" (1890)

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: A Talk with the Keeper, May 25, 1881. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

A Talk with the Keeper, May 25, 1881. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
A Talk with the Keeper, May 25, 1881. Albumen print

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: The Valentine, 1885 (albumen print)

The Valentine, 1885 (albumen print)
990434 The Valentine, 1885 (albumen print) by Robinson, Henry Peach (1830-1901); 54.61x41.27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Valentine. Henry Peach Robinson (1830-1901). Albumen print

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Who Could Have Sent It?, 1885 (albumen print)

Who Could Have Sent It?, 1885 (albumen print)
990435 Who Could Have Sent It?, 1885 (albumen print) by Robinson, Henry Peach (1830-1901); 54.61x41.27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Who Could Have Sent It? Henry Peach Robinson (1830-1901)

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Hope Deferred, 1885 (albumen print)

Hope Deferred, 1885 (albumen print)
990436 Hope Deferred, 1885 (albumen print) by Robinson, Henry Peach (1830-1901); 43.18x55.88 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hope Deferred. Henry Peach Robinson (1830-1901). Albumen print

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Gossip on the Beach, c. 1885. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

Gossip on the Beach, c. 1885. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
Gossip on the Beach, c. 1885

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Fear, ca. 1860. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

Fear, ca. 1860. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
Fear, ca. 1860

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: She Never Told Her Love, 1857. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson

She Never Told Her Love, 1857. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson
She Never Told Her Love, 1857

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: She Runs Home and Tells Her Mother All about It, 1858. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson (British)

She Runs Home and Tells Her Mother All about It, 1858. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson (British)
She Runs Home and Tells Her Mother All about It, 1858. Henry Peach Robinson was a leading writer and exponent of an approach to photography that was based on literary inspiration

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Dawn and Sunset, 1885. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson (British, 1830-1901)

Dawn and Sunset, 1885. Creator: Henry Peach Robinson (British, 1830-1901)
Dawn and Sunset, 1885. Henry Peach Robinson was a pioneer in the " combination printing" technique, employing a number of negatives to make one photographic print

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Lady Henry Somerset in Nurses Costume, 1901. Artist: Henry Peach Robinson

Lady Henry Somerset in Nurses Costume, 1901. Artist: Henry Peach Robinson
Lady Henry Somerset in Nurses Costume, 1901. Lady Henry Somerset (1851-1921) was a British philanthropist committed to the movement for womens rights. From The Sunday Strand Vol

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Who Could Have Sent It?, c1885. Artist: Henry Peach Robinson

Who Could Have Sent It?, c1885. Artist: Henry Peach Robinson
Who Could Have Sent It?, c1885. From The Studio Volume 1 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1893]

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Dawn Sunset 1885 Henry Peach Robinson British

Dawn Sunset 1885 Henry Peach Robinson British
Dawn and Sunset, 1885. Henry Peach Robinson (British, 1830-1901). Platinum print from glass negative; image: 26.2 x 36.9 cm (10 5/16 x 14 1/2 in.); mounted

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Never Told Love 1857 Albumen silver print glass negative

Never Told Love 1857 Albumen silver print glass negative
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Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: Drawings Prints, Print, Scene d Octobre, La jeune poitrinaire, October Scene, Young Consumptive

Drawings Prints, Print, Scene d Octobre, La jeune poitrinaire, October Scene, Young Consumptive
Drawings and Prints, Print, Scene d Octobre: La jeune poitrinaire (An October Scene: The Young Consumptive, from Le Journal Illustre no)

Background imageHenry Peach Robinson Collection: When the Days Work Is Done

When the Days Work Is Done; Henry Peach Robinson, British, 1830 - 1901; London, England, Europe; 1877; Albumen silver print; Image: 56 x 74.5 cm (22 1/16 x 29 5/16 in.)


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Henry Peach Robinson was a renowned photographer who made significant contributions to the field of photography during the 19th century. His works encompassed various themes and genres, showcasing his versatility and artistic prowess. One of his notable pieces is "Fading Away, " featured in the "Illustrated Times" in October 1858. This haunting image captured the fragility of life as it depicted a young girl suffering from consumption, surrounded by her grieving family. The emotional impact of this photograph resonated deeply with viewers. In another work titled "Scene d'Octobre: La jeune poitrinaire, " created in October 1864, Robinson portrayed the melancholic beauty of autumn through an image depicting a consumptive young woman amidst falling leaves. This piece showcased his ability to capture both natural elements and human emotions. Robinson's talent extended beyond capturing somber scenes; he also excelled at portraying moments filled with joy and mirth. In "Rook Shooting" from May 1881, he captured a group engaged in this popular pastime, highlighting their camaraderie and enthusiasm for outdoor activities. "Dawn and Sunset, " printed in January 1890 but originally taken in 1885, showcased Robinson's mastery over landscape photography. The contrasting images beautifully depicted nature's transition between daybreak and dusk, evoking a sense of tranquility and serenity. Robinson also explored themes related to love and relationships through photographs such as "I think on the Laddie that lo es me so well" (1882) and "A Merry Tale" (1882). These images conveyed tender moments shared between couples or families, emphasizing affectionate bonds. Furthermore, Robinson delved into storytelling within his photographs. Works like "Carolling" (1887) transported viewers into festive scenes filled with music and laughter while pieces like "When the Day's Work is Done" (1877) depicted weary laborers finding solace and respite after a long day.