Boomstudie 1845 - 1856

"Boomstudie" (Tree Study), created between 1845 and 1856 by Welsh photographer Hugh Owen, is a striking example of early photographic art. The detailed image captures the intricate textures of a weathered tree trunk, its gnarled branches reaching towards the sky. Owen's meticulous attention to detail, evident in the sharp focus and subtle tonalities, highlights the beauty of the natural world. This evocative photograph, typical of Owen's work, embodies the emerging artistic movement of Pictorialism, where photography was recognized as a legitimate art form.