In Beresford Dale c. 1880s

"In Beresford Dale" is a platinum print photograph by Peter Henry Emerson, taken in the 1880s, showcasing a picturesque view of a winding river running through a lush forest. Emerson's emphasis on naturalism, inspired by the Impressionists, is evident in the photograph's focus on capturing the fleeting beauty of light and shadow within a woodland setting. This photograph exemplifies Emerson's "Naturalistic Photography" style, a movement emphasizing capturing nature as it is. The print is currently held in the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago.