Water Lilies; The Photographer 1853 - 1856

"Water Lilies; The Photographer" is a pair of calotypes by John Dillwyn Llewelyn from 1853-1856, currently held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The top image features a still life of water lilies arranged in a group, capturing their delicate form and texture. The second image shows Llewelyn setting up his camera, highlighting the process of photography in the mid-19th century. These works demonstrate Llewelyn's mastery of the calotype process and his interest in capturing the natural world.