Kelmscott Manor: In the Tapestry Room 1896
frederickhevans
theartinstituteofchicago
photography, glass
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aged paper
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toned paper
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16_19th-century
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pictorialism
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sculpture
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charcoal drawing
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historic architecture
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charcoal art
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photography
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glass
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unrealistic statue
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england
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charcoal
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watercolor
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statue
Frederick H. Evans’s *Kelmscott Manor: In the Tapestry Room* (1896) is a photogravure depicting a tapestry room at Kelmscott Manor, the home of the renowned English designer and printer William Morris. The photograph captures the detailed interior of the room, showcasing the intricate tapestries that adorn the walls. The image also shows the furniture and the lighting, giving the viewer a glimpse into the life and aesthetic sensibilities of Morris and his circle. This photograph is a testament to the meticulous craft of the Pictorialist movement, which sought to elevate photography to the status of fine art.
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