Rear Church Graveyard Hippolyte Bayard French
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Rear Church Graveyard Hippolyte Bayard French
Rear of a Church with Graveyard; Hippolyte Bayard (French, 1801 - 1887); about 1840 - 1849; Salted paper print; 17.6 x 17.9 cm (6 15, 16 x 7 1, 16 in.)
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Media ID 18502164
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16 X 176 X 1801 1840 1849 1887 6 15 Graveyard Hippolyte Bayard Rear Salted Paper
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This photograph, titled "Rear Church Graveyard" captures the haunting beauty of a serene church cemetery. Taken by the talented French photographer Hippolyte Bayard between 1840 and 1849, this salted paper print measures approximately 17.6 x 17.9 cm. The image transports us to a time long ago, as we find ourselves standing at the rear of an ancient church surrounded by tombstones and overgrown vegetation. The atmosphere is both peaceful and melancholic, with rays of sunlight filtering through the trees onto the weathered gravestones. Bayard's keen eye for composition is evident in this photograph; he skillfully balances light and shadow to create a sense of depth and mystery within the scene. The delicate details captured on each headstone tell stories of lives lived centuries ago, inviting us to contemplate our own mortality. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Liszt Collection, we are reminded that death is an inevitable part of life—a reminder that even in death there can be beauty. This print serves as a poignant memento mori, urging us to reflect on our existence while appreciating the fleeting moments we have in this world.
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