View in the Art Gallery 1864

Jeremiah Gurney's 1864 photograph, "View in the Art Gallery," captures a bustling art exhibition space. The image showcases numerous paintings on display, including a large canvas at the back of the gallery. Visitors are dispersed throughout the room, engaged in viewing the art. This snapshot provides a glimpse into the social and cultural significance of art galleries in the 19th century, offering insight into exhibition practices and the public's interest in art. The photograph, housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, is a fascinating document of the art world of the era, showcasing both the paintings and the people who experienced them.