Still Life and Embroidery 1856

Robert Wilfred Skeffington Lutwidge's 1856 photograph, "Still Life and Embroidery," is a striking example of Victorian still life photography. The image depicts a carefully arranged composition of three dead birds, a ceramic jug, and fabric with embroidery. Lutwidge's use of light and shadow create a sense of depth and texture, highlighting the detail of the birds' feathers and the intricate patterns on the fabric. The subject matter and composition, reminiscent of traditional still life paintings, demonstrate Lutwidge's masterful use of photography to explore artistic themes. The image is currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.