Acht opnamen van vier objecten met en zonder halo before 1891

This unbound photograph of objects with and without halos was made by an anonymous photographer, sometime in the 19th century. The artist used light, lens, and chemistry to create the images in this book. The images presented show a range of photographic techniques, capturing objects with and without halos, exploring the manipulation of light and shadow, and using photographic tools, not unlike a darkroom, a developing agent, and printing the photographs. The artist has also presented objects, in terms of their material qualities, showcasing a decorative vessel and the arrangement of flowers, set on a table and a crucifix in front of what looks like a window, which suggests an attention to composition and context. Ultimately, this photograph showcases how the interplay between the physical materials, tools, and skilled manipulation influences the overall aesthetic and cultural significance. It also shows a social and cultural understanding of its time by exploring light, shape, and composition.