[Sleeping Cat] 1850 - 1855

"Sleeping Cat" is a 1850-1855 calotype photograph taken by Calvert Richard Jones, a British photographer known for his contributions to the development of the calotype process. The photograph captures a sleeping cat in a domestic setting, highlighting Jones's interest in capturing everyday life. This intimate and detailed image showcases the artistic potential of early photography and its ability to document the ordinary in a unique and captivating way. The photograph is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.