The Logan Rock, South Coast of Cornwall
May, William · British
1860s
- Medium
- albumen silver print
- Classification
- Photograph
- Period
- 1851 to 1875
- Image size
- 9088 × 6588px
Description
The image shows a rocky cliff photographed from a side, slightly elevated point of view, with a person standing on the large boulders near the top. The horizon is mostly obscured by the massive rock formation. The texture of the rocks is rough and weathered. The color palette is earthy and muted, with a historical or vintage feel. The sky above is a uniform light hue, contrasting with the darker tones of the rock face and soil.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).