Ely Cathedral: Prior's Door, Side Details c. 1891
frederickhevans
theartinstituteofchicago
photography, glass
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imposing
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16_19th-century
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pictorialism
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stone
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sculpture
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historic architecture
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traditional architecture
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photography
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glass
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unrealistic statue
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carved into stone
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england
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historical building
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statue
"Ely Cathedral: Prior's Door, Side Details" is a c. 1891 photograph by Frederick H. Evans, capturing intricate details of the Prior's Door at Ely Cathedral. The photograph showcases a combination of Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles, featuring a decorative scheme of stylized foliage and animal figures within circular frames. Evans's mastery of photographic technique is evident in the sharp detail and rich tonal range of the print, enhancing the beauty of the medieval stonework. This photograph is a testament to Evans's fascination with architecture and his ability to capture the timeless elegance of medieval art.
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