The Fruit Sellers 1843 - 1847

"The Fruit Sellers" is a calotype photograph by William Henry Fox Talbot, a pioneer of photography. Created between 1843 and 1847, the image depicts a group of figures, likely posed, engaged in the sale of fruit in a garden setting. The composition features a sense of depth, achieved through the use of a building and foliage in the background, while the figures in the foreground create a sense of scale and intimacy. Talbot's work is known for its delicate details and soft, atmospheric quality, showcasing the potential of photography to capture everyday life with a poetic sensibility.