Melrose Abbey 1844

This calotype photograph, "Melrose Abbey," taken in 1844 by William Henry Fox Talbot, showcases the intricate architecture of the historic abbey in Scotland. Talbot, a pioneer of photography, utilized the calotype process, a negative-positive method, to capture the detail and grandeur of the abbey's facade. The image, now housed in The Art Institute of Chicago, serves as a testament to Talbot's groundbreaking work in early photography and provides a historical glimpse into the architectural beauty of Melrose Abbey.