St. Andrews 1843 - 1847

"St. Andrews," a calotype photograph by the partnership of David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson, captures the ruins of St. Andrews Cathedral in Scotland. Taken between 1843 and 1847, this photograph is considered a landmark in the development of photography. Hill and Adamson were pioneers of the calotype process, a technique that involved using paper negatives to create prints. Their work is characterized by its sharp detail, clear composition, and evocative portrayal of the natural world. This specific image captures the grandeur and pathos of the ancient ruins, which are juxtaposed with the simple houses in the background. It's currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.