Untitled (Trajan's Column, Base) c. 1857
robertmacpherson
theartinstituteofchicago
silver, print, photography
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aged paper
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toned paper
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16_19th-century
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silver
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photo restoration
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natural tone
# print
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colourisation
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war
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photography
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natural colour palette
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19th century
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men
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watercolour illustration
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natural palette
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watercolor
"Untitled (Trajan’s Column, Base)" is a photograph taken in 1857 by Robert MacPherson of the base of Trajan’s Column in Rome. The photograph depicts intricate carvings on the base of the column, including figures and decorative patterns. MacPherson was a pioneer of photography and his work often focused on architectural subjects, capturing the details and grandeur of historical structures. The image is a testament to the enduring legacy of Roman architecture and the power of photography to preserve and showcase such historical treasures.
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