Studie van een blad 1851 - 1861

Robert Burrows's "Studie van een blad" is a striking example of botanical photography from the mid-19th century. Created between 1851 and 1861, the image showcases a single large leaf, its intricate veins and texture captured in meticulous detail. The photograph's stark black-and-white tones and the close-up composition highlight the natural beauty of the subject, showcasing the artistic potential of photography to document the world around us. Burrows's work exemplifies the Victorian era's fascination with the natural world and the burgeoning field of botanical illustration.