Dr. Cook of St. Andrews 1843 - 1847

"Dr. Cook of St. Andrews" is a calotype portrait, taken by the pioneering photographers David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson in 1843-1847. The image depicts Dr. Cook, a prominent figure in the community, seated and gazing off to the side. The use of natural light and sharp detail in the calotype process allowed Hill and Adamson to capture the subject's likeness with remarkable clarity. This portrait is a testament to the early development of photography and its ability to document the lives and personalities of individuals in a new and intimate way.