Anchor c. 1870 - 1885

"Anchor" is a small-scale, monochrome photograph by Joseph Norris, dating from roughly 1870-1885. The image depicts a large anchor, its flukes and shank prominent, against a blurred background that hints at a shipyard or harbor setting. Norris's focus on the anchor's form and its connection to the sea highlights the importance of maritime life and industry in the 19th century, making this a compelling example of photographic realism.