Melrose Abbey c. 19th century

James Valentine's "Melrose Abbey, Chancel and East Window, c. 19th Century" is a striking example of 19th-century calotype photography. The image depicts the ruined interior of Melrose Abbey in Scotland, emphasizing the grandeur of the Gothic architecture. The stark black and white tones create a sense of melancholy, highlighting the passage of time and the decay of the once-magnificent structure. The image, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, offers a glimpse into the past, capturing the beauty of the abbey in its ruined state.